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Village code 605365
Sanikere Village, Challakere Taluk: Map, PIN Code and Population
Sanikere is a village in Challakere Taluk, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Chitradurga district, Karnataka. This page gives the village map, PIN code, population, village code, gram panchayat, public facilities, roads, water, power, land use and nearby village links in one place.
Data last reviewed: 28 April 2026. Data is mainly based on Census 2011 and public village directory records. Current names, boundaries and facilities may have changed.
Village Overview
Sanikere is a village in Challakere Taluk, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Chitradurga district, Karnataka. For Sanikere, the population is 2,677, PIN code is 577522 and Census village code is 605365. Use this page to understand the basic location, Census village data, public services and nearby villages before checking official records.
Source year
Census 2011 for population and village code, with public village directory data for facilities
Important note
Map and data are for general information. Verify legal and land records from official sources.
Google Map of Sanikere Village
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Quick Facts
| Village code | 605365 |
|---|---|
| PIN code | 577522 |
| Population | 2,677 |
| Households | 598 |
| Area | 2,436.86 ha / 24.37 sq. km / 6,022 acres |
| Population density | 110 people per sq. km |
| Sex ratio | 951 females per 1,000 males |
| Nearest town | Challakere (15 km) |
| Current state | Karnataka |
| Census 2011 state | Karnataka |
| Current district | Chitradurga |
| Census 2011 district | Chitradurga |
Postal and PIN Code Details
The table below shows post office records linked with PIN code 577522. This helps users verify the postal area for Sanikere, but it does not prove that every listed post office is located inside the village.
| PIN code | 577522 |
|---|---|
| Post offices linked with this PIN | Sanikere B.O, Challakere S.O, Balenahalli B.O, Belagere B.O, Dodderi B.O, and Gopanahalli B.O |
| Best matching post office | Sanikere B.O (Branch office) |
| Delivery office records | 12 |
| Postal district | Chitradurga |
| Postal state | Karnataka |
| Postal division | Chitradurga Division |
| Postal circle | Karnataka Circle |
| Source | India Post Postal Index Number code reference data |
Location and Administration
Sanikere comes under Sanikere gram panchayat and Challakere C.D. Block. Its local administrative unit is Challakere Taluk, also recorded as a Census sub-district. The taluk headquarters is Challakere at 15 km. The Census district headquarters, Chitradurga, is 32 km away.
| Current state | Karnataka |
|---|---|
| Census 2011 state | Karnataka |
| Current district | Chitradurga |
| Census 2011 district | Chitradurga |
| State code | 29 |
| District code | 566 |
| Taluk / Census sub-district code | 5504 |
| C.D. Block code | 72 |
| Block panchayat code | 72 |
Population Profile
The population details below are from Census 2011 village records. They help you understand the size of Sanikere village and its household count.
Total population
2,677 residents in 598 households
Male population
1,372
Female population
1,305
SC/ST population
Scheduled Castes: 418; Scheduled Tribes: 885
SC male/female split
Male: Not reported; Female: Not reported
ST male/female split
Male: Not reported; Female: Not reported
Schools and Education
This section shows school facilities reported in the public village directory. School counts follow Census village directory rules. A composite school may be counted under more than one level, such as primary, middle and secondary. If a school count is not reported, confirm the latest local school details before admission or travel.
Government pre-primary school
Not available in village
Private pre-primary school
Available; count: 1
Government primary school
Available; count: 3
Private primary school
Not available in village
Middle school
Available; government count: 1
Secondary school
Not available in village
Senior secondary school
Not available in village
Vocational / ITI training
Not available in village
Arts and science degree college
Not available in village
Health Facilities
Health facilities are Census-reported facilities such as CHC, PHC, sub-centre, dispensary, mobile health clinic, ASHA worker and medicine shop. They are not real-time service guarantees. Health records can change over time, so use this list as a starting point and confirm the latest service availability locally.
| Primary health centre | 1 |
|---|---|
| Primary health sub-centre | 1 |
| ASHA worker | Available |
| Veterinary hospital | 1 |
Connectivity and Public Services
An all-weather road means the village approach was reported as usable in fair and foul weather. Pucca, kuchha, WBM and footpath are separate Census road categories. Mobile coverage means the village was treated as having access when mobile service was available to at least some residents under Census reporting practice. These details also show bus, railway, banking, post office and public service availability reported for the village.
| Public bus service | Available |
|---|---|
| Private bus service | Available |
| Railway station | Not available in village |
| National highway | Not available in village |
| State highway | Available |
| Major district road | Available |
| Black topped road | Available |
| All-weather road | Available |
| Post office | Not available in village |
| Village PIN code facility | Available |
| Mobile phone coverage | Available |
| CSC / internet cafe | Not available in village |
| ATM | Not available in village |
| Commercial bank | Available |
| Cooperative bank | Not available in village |
| Agricultural credit society | Available |
| PDS shop | Available |
| Mandi / regular market | Not available in village |
| Weekly haat | Not available in village |
| Self-help group | Available |
| Anganwadi centre | Available |
| Assembly polling station | Available |
| Birth and death registration office | Available |
| Daily newspaper supply | Available |
| Sports field | Not available in village |
| Public library | Available |
| Public reading room | Available |
Water, Sanitation and Power
Drinking water sources are Census categories such as treated tap water, untreated tap water, covered or uncovered well, hand pump, tube well, spring, river, canal, tank, pond or lake. Power availability means electricity was reported as available for the stated use. It does not mean uninterrupted electricity or current connection status.
| Treated tap water | Not available in village |
|---|---|
| Untreated tap water | Available |
| Hand pump | Available |
| Tube wells / boreholes | Available |
| Closed drainage | Not available in village |
| Open drainage | Available |
| Total sanitation campaign coverage | Not available in village |
Agriculture and Land Use
Land-use area is reported in hectares using Census village directory land-use categories such as net area sown, irrigated area, forest, fallow land and non-agricultural use. This is useful for general village research, farming context and local area study.
| Net area sown | 1,483.42 hectares |
|---|---|
| Irrigated area | 189.97 hectares |
| Unirrigated area | 1,293.45 hectares |
| Wells / tube wells irrigated area | 62.30 hectares |
| Tanks / lakes irrigated area | 127.67 hectares |
| Non-agricultural area | 291.73 hectares |
| Other fallow land | 214.99 hectares |
| Main crop | Groundnut |
| Second crop | Onion |
Nearby Facility Clues
When a facility is not available inside the village, Census records may give the nearest place or distance range where the facility is available.
| Secondary school | Not available in village; nearest reported place: Challakere, more than 10 km away. |
|---|---|
| Senior secondary school | Not available in village; nearest reported place: Challakere, more than 10 km away. |
| Railway station | Not available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away. |
| Post office | Not available in village; nearest reported facility is 5-10 km away. |
| ATM | Not available in village; nearest reported facility is 0 km. |
| Mandi / regular market | Not available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away. |
How to Reach Sanikere
Challakere (15 km) is the nearest statutory town in the available village directory data. Challakere is the sub-district headquarters. Use the Google Map above to plan a route. Before travel, check the latest bus, railway and road options from local sources.
| Nearest major town | Challakere (15 km) |
|---|---|
| Taluk headquarters | Challakere (15 km) |
| Public bus service | Available |
| Railway station in village | Not available in village |
| All-weather road | Available |
Source-Year Notes
Data is mainly based on Census 2011 and public village directory records. Current names, boundaries and facilities may have changed. Facility meanings follow District Census Handbook village directory concepts. Local names such as Taluk, district and gram panchayat may differ from current government records.
For simple meanings of Census village directory terms, see the Census 2011 village directory definitions.
Official Records and Useful Links
Use these official links to verify current government information. Village Maps shows Census 2011 and public directory data for general reference.
- Karnataka government website Official state/UT portal
- Chitradurga district administration Official district portal
- Bhoomi land records Verify land records officially
- Census India Village code 605365
- India Post PIN code search 577522
Additional Facilities Reported
This compact snapshot summarizes public village facility records for Sanikere. It helps surface useful facilities without making the page difficult to scan.
| Private Pre Primary School Nursery LKG UKG | Available; 1 |
|---|---|
| Govt Primary School | Available; 3 |
| Govt Middle School | Available; 1 |
| Private Secondary School | Available; 1 |
| Primary Health Centre | 1 |
| Primary Health Centre Doctors Total Strength | 1 |
| Primary Health Centre Doctors in Position | 1 |
| Primary Health Centre Para Medical Staff Total Strength | 8 |
| Primary Health Centre Para Medical Staff in Position | 7 |
| Primary Health Sub Centre | 1 |
| Primary Heallth Sub Centre Para Medical Staff Total Strength | 2 |
| Primary Heallth Sub Centre Para Medical Staff in Position | 2 |
| Maternity and Child Welfare Centre | 1 |
| Maternity and Child Welfare Centre Doctors Total Strength | 1 |
| Maternity and Child Welfare Centre Doctors in Position | 1 |
| Maternity and Child Welfare Centre Para Medical Staff Total Strength | 8 |
| Maternity and Child Welfare Centre Para Medical Staff in Position | 7 |
| TB Clinic | 1 |
| TB Clinic Doctors Total Strength | 1 |
| TB Clinic Doctors in Position | 1 |
| TB Clinic Para Medical Para Medical Staff Total Strength | 8 |
| TB Clinic Para Medical Para Medical Staff in Position | 4 |
| Veterinary Hospital | 1 |
| Veterinary Hospital Doctors Total Strength | 1 |
| Veterinary Hospital Doctors in Position | 1 |
| Veterinary Hospital Para Medical Staff Total Strength | 1 |
| Veterinary Hospital Para Medical Staff in Position | 1 |
| Family Welfare Centre | 1 |
| Family Welfare Centre Para Medical Staff Total Strength | 2 |
| Family Welfare Centre Para Medical Staff in Position | 2 |
| Tap Water Untreated | Available |
| Tap Water Untreated Functioning All Round the Year | Available |
| Tap Water Untreated Functioning in Summer Months April September | Available |
| Hand Pump | Available |
| Hand Pump Functioning All Round the Year | Available |
| Hand Pump Functioning in Summer Months April September | Available |
How to Use Survey Number and Map Details
Use the village code, district, taluk, gram panchayat, PIN code and nearest town details as reference points when searching government land records. For ownership, mutation, survey number, legal boundary and plot-level decisions, check the latest record with the revenue department or official land records portal.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Sanikere village located?
Sanikere is located in Challakere Taluk, also recorded as a Census sub-district. District: Chitradurga.
Which Taluk is Sanikere in?
Sanikere is in Challakere Taluk. In Census tables, this level is also called a sub-district.
Which district is Sanikere in?
District: Chitradurga.
What is the village code of Sanikere?
The Census village code of Sanikere is 605365.
What is the PIN code of Sanikere?
The PIN code reported for Sanikere is 577522.
What is the population of Sanikere?
Sanikere has 2,677 residents in 598 households as per Census 2011.
Which gram panchayat is Sanikere part of?
Sanikere comes under Sanikere gram panchayat.
Which is the nearest town to Sanikere?
The nearest statutory town to Sanikere is Challakere (15 km).
Which crops are grown in Sanikere?
The main crops reported for Sanikere are Groundnut and Onion.
What land-use details are available for Sanikere?
Land-use details for Sanikere include net area sown: 1,483.42 hectares, irrigated area: 189.97 hectares, and unirrigated area: 1,293.45 hectares.
Is there a government primary school in Sanikere?
Government primary school status for Sanikere is available in the village.
Is public bus service available in Sanikere?
Public bus service is available in the village.
Is mobile phone coverage available in Sanikere?
Mobile phone coverage is available in the village.
What is the total area of Sanikere?
The total geographical area of Sanikere is 2,436.86 hectares.
How many households are in Sanikere?
Sanikere has 598 households as per Census 2011.
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