Chickbevanur - Indi, Vijayapura
Chickbevanur is a village situated in the Indi taluka of Vijayapura district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 6 km from Indi and around 56 km from Bijapur. Chikkabevanur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chickbevanur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chickbevanur is 599255. The village covers a total geographical area of 1690.34 hectares and falls under the 586209 pincode. Indi is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Chickbevanur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Indi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Vijayapura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chickbevanur
As per Census 2011, Chickbevanur village has a total population of 5,118 people, consisting of 2,626 males and 2,492 females. The village has 897 households and a sex ratio of 948 females per 1,000 males. There are 831 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,658 literate and 2,460 illiterate residents. Additionally, 980 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 439 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chickbevanur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,118 | 2,626 | 2,492 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 831 | 432 | 399 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 980 | 488 | 492 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 439 | 235 | 204 |
| Literate Population | 2,658 | 1,597 | 1,061 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,460 | 1,029 | 1,431 |
Nearby Villages of Chickbevanur
Chickbevanur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Chavadihal | South-West | 3.38 km |
| Indi (rural) | East | 4.12 km |
| Choragi | West | 4.55 km |
| Budihal | North | 4.80 km |
| Anjutagi | North-West | 5.48 km |
| Hanjagi | South | 6.48 km |
| Ahirasang | North-East | 7.29 km |
| Mavinalli | North-East | 7.42 km |
| Vasantanagar | South-East | 7.72 km |
| Babalad | South-West | 7.78 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chickbevanur
Chickbevanur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Indi Road, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 38.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Indi to Chickbevanur is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bijapur to Chickbevanur is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chickbevanur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chickbevanur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chickbevanur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chickbevanur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chickbevanur
Where is Chickbevanur located?
Chickbevanur village is located in Indi Taluka, Vijayapura district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chickbevanur?
The Gram Panchayat of Chickbevanur is Chikkabevanur.
What is the pincode of Chickbevanur?
The pincode of Chickbevanur is 586209.
What is the population of Chickbevanur?
Chickbevanur has a total population of 5,118, including 2,626 males and 2,492 females.
How many households are there in Chickbevanur?
There are 897 households in Chickbevanur.
What is the literacy rate in Chickbevanur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chickbevanur is 51.93%. Male literacy is 60.81% and female literacy is 42.58%.