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{{Short description|City in Karnataka, India}}
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'''Chikkodi''' is a [[taluka]] and [[Nagar palika|Town Municipal Council]] city in the [[Belgaum district]] of [[Karnataka]], India. It is a Subdivision of the district. Chikodi, [[Athani, Belgaum|Athani]], [[Hukkeri]], [[Raybag]], [[Nipani]] and Kagwad are the taluks that come under Chikodi Subdivision. It is 75 kilometers from the city of [[Belgaum]], 65 kilometers from [[Kolhapur]], 51 kilometers from [[Miraj]], 160 kilometers from [[Hubballi]], and 570 kilometers from the capital of [[Karnataka]] state, [[Bengaluru]]. Chikodi has many district level offices but it is not designated as a district by the [[Government of Karnataka]]. It is one of the major cities that lies in the border between [[Karnataka]] and [[Maharashtra]] states.official language is Kannada.
'''Chikkodi''' is a city, [[taluka]] and one of three Subdivisional headquarter, in the [[Belagavi district]] of [[Karnataka]], India. Chikodi, [[Athani, Belgaum|Athani]], [[Hukkeri]], [[Raybag]], [[Nipani]] and Kagwad are the taluks that come under Chikodi Subdivision. It is 75 kilometers from the city of [[Belgaum]],53 kilometres from [[sangli]].65 kilometers from [[Kolhapur]], 51 kilometers from [[Miraj]], 160 kilometers from [[Hubli]], and 570 kilometers from the capital of [[Karnataka]] state, [[Bangalore]]. Chikodi has many district level offices but it is not designated as a district by the [[Government of Karnataka]]. It is one of the major cities that lie in the border between [[Karnataka]] and [[Maharashtra]] states.
 
==History==
 
It was a major trading place. Thursday  market dates back to 1720, as mentioned by captain Moore [https://kn.m.wikisource.org/wiki/%E0%B2%AE%E0%B3%88%E0%B2%B8%E0%B3%82%E0%B2%B0%E0%B3%81_%E0%B2%B5%E0%B2%BF%E0%B2%B6%E0%B3%8D%E0%B2%B5%E0%B2%B5%E0%B2%BF%E0%B2%A6%E0%B3%8D%E0%B2%AF%E0%B2%BE%E0%B2%A8%E0%B2%BF%E0%B2%B2%E0%B2%AF_%E0%B2%B5%E0%B2%BF%E0%B2%B6%E0%B3%8D%E0%B2%B5%E0%B2%95%E0%B3%8B%E0%B2%B6/%E0%B2%9A%E0%B2%BF%E0%B2%95%E0%B3%8D%E0%B2%95%E0%B3%8B%E0%B2%A1%E0%B2%BF].Around 200–300 years ago, Chikkodi was called as Chik-kodi (small village), while the nearby [[Hirekudi]] (big village) was bigger than Chikodi. Over time, Chikodi experienced growth due to its famous [[Betel|betel leaves]] and its position on major roads. Chikodi has always had strong religious ties for Jains, Hindus, Christians and Muslims. It enjoys rich cultural diversity stemming from its proximity to the state of Maharashtra. [[Kannada]] is the main language that is spoken. The customs and traditions of Chikodi have been influenced by both the [[Kannada people|Kannadiga]] and [[Marathi people|Maratha]] cultures.


== Geography ==
== Geography ==
 
Chikodi is located at {{Coord|16.43|N|74.6|E|}}.<ref>[http://www.fallingrain.com/world/IN/19/Chikodi.html Falling Rain Genomics, Inc - Chikodi]</ref>  It has an average elevation of 683&nbsp;meters (2240&nbsp;feet). The town has an area of 18.29&nbsp;km<sup>2</sup>, and is situated amidst hills. The topography within 2 kilometers of Chikodi contains significant variations in elevation as it is surrounded by range of hills, with a maximum elevation change of 169 meters and an average elevation above sea level of 657 meters.<ref>{{cite web|title=Chikodi Topography|url=https://weatherspark.com/y/107885/Average-Weather-in-Chikodi-India-Year-Round}}</ref> The [[Krishna River|Krishna river]] is the chief source of agricultural and drinking water. The other river
Chikodi is located at {{Coord|16.43|N|74.6|E|}}.<ref>[http://www.fallingrain.com/world/IN/19/Chikodi.html Falling Rain Genomics, Inc - Chikodi]</ref>  It has an average elevation of 683&nbsp;meters (2240&nbsp;feet). The town has an area of 18.29&nbsp;km<sup>2</sup>, and is situated amidst hills. The topography within 2 kilometers of Chikodi contains significant variations in elevation as it is surrounded by range of hills, with a maximum elevation change of 169 meters and an average elevation above sea level of 657 meters.<ref>{{cite web|title=Chikodi Topography|url=https://weatherspark.com/y/107885/Average-Weather-in-Chikodi-India-Year-Round}}</ref> The [[Krishna River|Krishna river]], which has water almost throughout the year, is the chief source of agricultural and drinking water for local people living in the surrounding villages. The other river
system of the taluka consists of [[Vedganga river|Vedganga]], [[Dudhaganga]] and [[Panchganga]].{{cn|date=July 2025}}
system of the taluka consists of [[Vedganga river|Vedganga]], [[Dudhaganga]] and [[Panchganga]]. Ground water resources are also extensively tapped in foothills which are easily accessible to borewells, canals and creeks around. Nestling among the hillocks and sylvan surroundings, it is indeed an ideal place for trails and easy to moderate hikes. There's a famous telephone tower atop Chandrakori Hills which renders mesmerizing views of the city.
=== Climate ===
 
Chikodi has a [[tropical savanna climate]]. The wet season is pleasant, windy, and overcast while the dry season is hot and partly cloudy. The dry season lasts for 2.5 months, from 9 March to 23 May, with an average daily high temperature above 34&nbsp;°C. Chikodi receives rainfall from both the northeast and the southwest monsoons and the wettest months are June–September.<ref>{{cite web|title=Southwest and Northeast monsoons in India|url=http://envis.maharashtra.gov.in/envis_data/newsletter/monsoon/Indian_monsoon.html|publisher=Dept. of Environment, Govt. of Maharashtra|access-date=8 April 2018|url-status=dead|archive-url=https://archive.today/20121218215150/http://envis.maharashtra.gov.in/envis_data/newsletter/monsoon/Indian_monsoon.html|archive-date=18 December 2012}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|title=Southwest monsoon maps|url=http://www.mapsofindia.com/maps/india/southwestmonsoon.htm|publisher=mapsofindia.com}}</ref> The rainy period of the year lasts for 6.1 months, from 14 May to 18 November, with a sliding 31-day rainfall of at least 13 millimeters. The most rain falls during the 31 days centered around 18 July, with an average total accumulation of 239 millimeters.  
Chikodi taluka is generally divided into two zones on the basis of terrain. The Northern part consists of the deep and good black soil on the bank of the rivers flowing from west to east, therefore it is a very fertile tract. While the southern hilly area land consists of red clay soil, having comparatively less fertile. Of course, there are small patches of coarse land in northern part and good fertile land in the southern part of the taluka.
 
== Climate ==
Chikodi has a [[tropical savanna climate]]. The wet season is pleasant, windy, and overcast while the dry season is hot and partly cloudy. The dry season lasts for 2.5 months, from 9 March to 23 May, with an average daily high temperature above 34&nbsp;°C. Chikodi receives rainfall from both the northeast and the southwest monsoons and the wettest months are June–September.<ref>{{cite web|title=Southwest and Northeast monsoons in India|url=http://envis.maharashtra.gov.in/envis_data/newsletter/monsoon/Indian_monsoon.html|publisher=Dept. of Environment, Govt. of Maharashtra|access-date=8 April 2018|url-status=dead|archive-url=https://archive.today/20121218215150/http://envis.maharashtra.gov.in/envis_data/newsletter/monsoon/Indian_monsoon.html|archive-date=18 December 2012|df=dmy-all}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|title=Southwest monsoon maps|url=http://www.mapsofindia.com/maps/india/southwestmonsoon.htm|publisher=mapsofindia.com}}</ref> The rainy period of the year lasts for 6.1 months, from 14 May to 18 November, with a sliding 31-day rainfall of at least 13 millimeters. The most rain falls during the 31 days centered around 18 July, with an average total accumulation of 239 millimeters.  
Over the course of the year, the temperature typically varies from 14&nbsp;°C to 37&nbsp;°C and is rarely below 13&nbsp;°C or above 39&nbsp;°C. December & January are generally cold as compared to the rest of year. The coldest month is January with an average low temperature of 14&nbsp;°C and the hottest month is April with an average high temperature of 35.7&nbsp;°C. Winter temperatures rarely drop below 13&nbsp;°C (55.4&nbsp;°F), and summer temperatures seldom exceed 38&nbsp;°C.<ref>{{cite web|title=Forecasting manuals for Southwest Monsoons|url=http://www.imdpune.gov.in/weather_forecasting/Forecasting_Mannuals/forecasting%20manuals.htm|publisher=[[Indian Meteorological Department]], Govt. of India|access-date=18 December 2011|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150924033851/http://www.imdpune.gov.in/weather_forecasting/Forecasting_Mannuals/forecasting%20manuals.htm|archive-date=24 September 2015|url-status=dead}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|title=Weather maps for surface temperature|url=http://www.myweather2.com/activity/play-weather-maps.aspx?mapid=18&id=68007&maptype=SURFACE_TEMP|publisher=myweather2.com|access-date=14 June 2012}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|title=Weekly Rainfall predictions|url=http://www.imdpune.gov.in/weather_forecasting/plot/plots_index.html|publisher=[[Indian Meteorological Department]], Govt. of India|access-date=14 June 2012|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150924033853/http://www.imdpune.gov.in/weather_forecasting/plot/plots_index.html|archive-date=24 September 2015|url-status=dead}}</ref>
Over the course of the year, the temperature typically varies from 14&nbsp;°C to 37&nbsp;°C and is rarely below 13&nbsp;°C or above 39&nbsp;°C. December & January are generally cold as compared to the rest of year. The coldest month is January with an average low temperature of 14&nbsp;°C and the hottest month is April with an average high temperature of 35.7&nbsp;°C. Winter temperatures rarely drop below 13&nbsp;°C (55.4&nbsp;°F), and summer temperatures seldom exceed 38&nbsp;°C.<ref>{{cite web|title=Forecasting manuals for Southwest Monsoons|url=http://www.imdpune.gov.in/weather_forecasting/Forecasting_Mannuals/forecasting%20manuals.htm|publisher=[[Indian Meteorological Department]], Govt. of India|access-date=18 December 2011|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150924033851/http://www.imdpune.gov.in/weather_forecasting/Forecasting_Mannuals/forecasting%20manuals.htm|archive-date=24 September 2015|url-status=dead}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|title=Weather maps for surface temperature|url=http://www.myweather2.com/activity/play-weather-maps.aspx?mapid=18&id=68007&maptype=SURFACE_TEMP|publisher=myweather2.com|access-date=14 June 2012}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|title=Weekly Rainfall predictions|url=http://www.imdpune.gov.in/weather_forecasting/plot/plots_index.html|publisher=[[Indian Meteorological Department]], Govt. of India|access-date=14 June 2012|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150924033853/http://www.imdpune.gov.in/weather_forecasting/plot/plots_index.html|archive-date=24 September 2015|url-status=dead}}</ref>


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|source 1 =  Monthly Weather Forecast<ref name=weather>{{cite web|title=Chikodi Monthly Climate Averages|url=https://www.worldweatheronline.com/chikodi-weather-averages/karnataka/in.aspx}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|title=Average monthly sunshine hours for Karnataka|url=http://www.worldreviewer.com/holiday-weather-guide/climate-in-karnataka-india|publisher=worldreviewer.com|access-date=5 June 2019|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20100821135846/http://www.worldreviewer.com/holiday-weather-guide/climate-in-karnataka-india|archive-date=21 August 2010|url-status=dead}}</ref>
|source 1 =  Monthly Weather Forecast<ref name=weather>{{cite web|title=Chikodi Monthly Climate Averages|url=https://www.worldweatheronline.com/chikodi-weather-averages/karnataka/in.aspx}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|title=Average monthly sunshine hours for Karnataka|url=http://www.worldreviewer.com/holiday-weather-guide/climate-in-karnataka-india|publisher=worldreviewer.com|access-date=5 June 2019|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20100821135846/http://www.worldreviewer.com/holiday-weather-guide/climate-in-karnataka-india|archive-date=21 August 2010|url-status=dead}}</ref>
|source 2 = [[Indian Meteorological Department]]<ref>{{cite web|title=Indian Meteorological Department|url=http://www.imdpune.gov.in/weather_forecasting/Forecasting_Mannuals/forecasting%20manuals.htm|publisher=[[Indian Meteorological Department]], Govt. of India|access-date=1 September 2005|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150924033851/http://www.imdpune.gov.in/weather_forecasting/Forecasting_Mannuals/forecasting%20manuals.htm|archive-date=24 September 2015|url-status=dead}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|title=Satellite Imaging for weather forecast|url=http://www.imdpune.gov.in/weather_forecasting/satellite_img/satimg_index.html|publisher=[[Indian Meteorological Department]], Govt. of India|access-date=5 June 2019|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20151019101019/http://www.imdpune.gov.in/weather_forecasting/satellite_img/satimg_index.html|archive-date=19 October 2015|url-status=dead}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|title=Weather data from 1901–2000 |url=http://www.imd.gov.in/doc/climateimp.pdf |publisher=[[Indian Meteorological Department]], Govt. of India |access-date=25 August 2011 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150413020426/http://www.imd.gov.in/doc/climateimp.pdf |archive-date=13 April 2015 |df=dmy }}</ref>
|source 2 = [[Indian Meteorological Department]]<ref>{{cite web|title=Indian Meteorological Department|url=http://www.imdpune.gov.in/weather_forecasting/Forecasting_Mannuals/forecasting%20manuals.htm|publisher=[[Indian Meteorological Department]], Govt. of India|access-date=1 September 2005|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150924033851/http://www.imdpune.gov.in/weather_forecasting/Forecasting_Mannuals/forecasting%20manuals.htm|archive-date=24 September 2015|url-status=dead}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|title=Satellite Imaging for weather forecast|url=http://www.imdpune.gov.in/weather_forecasting/satellite_img/satimg_index.html|publisher=[[Indian Meteorological Department]], Govt. of India|access-date=5 June 2019|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20151019101019/http://www.imdpune.gov.in/weather_forecasting/satellite_img/satimg_index.html|archive-date=19 October 2015|url-status=dead}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|title=Weather data from 1901–2000 |url=http://www.imd.gov.in/doc/climateimp.pdf |publisher=[[Indian Meteorological Department]], Govt. of India |access-date=25 August 2011 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150413020426/http://www.imd.gov.in/doc/climateimp.pdf |archive-date=13 April 2015 }}</ref>
}}
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== Demographics ==
== Demographics ==


{{As of|2011}} India [[census]],<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.censusindia.net/results/town.php?stad=A&state5=999|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20040616075334/http://www.censusindia.net/results/town.php?stad=A&state5=999|archive-date=2004-06-16|title= Census of India 2001: Data from the 2001 Census, including cities, villages and towns (Provisional)|access-date=2008-11-01|publisher= Census Commission of India}}</ref> Chikodi had a population of 38,307. Males constitute 51% of the population and females 49%. The average literacy rate is 73%, higher than the national average of 59.5%; with male literacy at 79% and female literacy at 66%.
{{As of|2011}} India [[census]],<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.censusindia.net/results/town.php?stad=A&state5=999|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20040616075334/http://www.censusindia.net/results/town.php?stad=A&state5=999|archive-date=16 June 2004|title= Census of India 2001: Data from the 2001 Census, including cities, villages and towns (Provisional)|access-date=1 November 2008|publisher= Census Commission of India}}</ref> Chikodi had a population of 38,307. Males constitute 51% of the population and females 49%. The average literacy rate is 73%, higher than the national average of 59.5%; with male literacy at 79% and female literacy at 66%.
 
==Business==
Chikodi is mostly dependent on agriculture. Sugarcane occupies an important place in the economy of Chikodi which has three sugar factories, [http://dksugar.com/home.aspx/ Doodhaganga Krishna Sugar Factory] which is the nearest, Venkateshwara Power Project Ltd. Bedkihal, and Om Sugars Ltd. Jainapur among others. [[Tobacco]] farming is another major agricultural sector. Major production of tobacco comes from Galatga, Shiragaonwadi, Tapakarwadi, and Khadaklat villages. Recently the trend of [[Sericulture]] is picking up.
 
== Renewable power projects at Chikodi ==
[[File:Wind Turbines Chikodi.jpg|thumb|201x201px|Wind turbines near Chikodi]]
 
=== Wind power project ===
The project activity is a cleaner means for power generation which avoids fossil fuel based thermal power generation. It is an energy diversification measure where wind energy which is a renewable energy, is harnessed for generation of power in order to suffice the increasing energy demand in the villages around Chikodi.
It will help to improve the availability of electricity as the electricity generated will be fed into the grid thereby curtailing the supply demand gap. The generated electricity is supplied to the [[Karnataka Power Transmission Corporation|Karnataka Power Transmission Corporation Limited (KPTCL)]] which distributes it as per the state policy. The land prices in the neighboring area have gone up thereby benefiting the villagers. Total nominal power expected is around 18 MW.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.thewindpower.net/windfarm_en_26930_chikodi.php|title=Wind Farms Chikodi, Karnataka}}</ref> A range of wind farms can be seen around a radius of 5&nbsp;km from the city. Wind farms generate clean renewable electricity without any greenhouse gas emissions or waste byproducts thus mitigating climate change. This electricity displaces electricity generation in fossil fuel dominated grid resulting in savings of coal.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://cdm.unfccc.int/ProgrammeOfActivities/cpa_db/8SJXIAKC7WZV13E59HLBNFRM2P0OYT/view|title=Wind Power Project Chikodi}}</ref>
 
[[File:Itnal Solar PV Plant.jpg|thumb|Itnal Solar PV Plant, Chikodi]]
 
=== Solar power plant ===
A solar photovoltaic (PV) power plant in Itnal, Chikodi, was set up in the year 2009 by [[Karnataka Power Corporation|Karnataka Power Corporation Limited]]. The installed capacity of plant is 3 MW. There are totally 13,104 modules of each 250 MW rating in an area of 17 acres. Totally 12 Inverters of each 250KW rating are used to convert the generated DC voltage into AC Voltage. There are totally 3 three phase transformers of each with rating of 1MW. The generated power is sold to [[Karnataka Power Transmission Corporation|KPTCL]]. The plant has been established at a cost of Rs 60 Crore. It is catering for 80% of the region's energy requirements with the 4000MWh it produces each year, thereby providing reliable power to the farmers in nearby villages.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://karnatakapower.com/en/portfolio/itnal-solar-pv-plant-belgaum-district/|title=Itnal Solar Power Plant, Chikodi}}</ref> It is located near Umarani village at coordinates 16.401750,74.664067, about 11&nbsp;km from Chikodi.
 
== Tourism and attractions ==
 
*Chandrakori Ganesh Temple - situated on top of Chandrakori hill, is a very famous temple of lord [[Ganesha]]. This temple can be reached through well-paved steps laid from Indira nagar.
*Parati Nagalingeswara (Parati Nagappa) temple located about 2.5&nbsp;km away from the Central bus stand, is one of the famous temples around the city.
*Yadur - [[Veerbhadra Temple, Yadur|Shree Veerbhadra temple]] is situated in the holy Shri Kshetra Yadur, on the banks of [[Krishna River|river Krishna]] located about 20&nbsp;km from Chikodi
*Karoshi - Shree Basavanna temple (Ghatti Basavanna) is situated in the holy place of Karoshi, is located about 7&nbsp;km from Chikodi. It has a famous Darga, also this indicates the communal harmony it has. This place is agriculturally sound.
*[http://wikimapia.org/12151911/Shri-Shantigiri-Tirth Shantigiri Jain Temple] - It is about 10&nbsp;km from Chikodi. This village is considered as one of the highlighted centers of Jain history, where Shri Shantigiri Tirth is also situated.
*Chinchani - Having Allamprabhu Sidd Sansthan Math, Shri Basaveshwar temple (Gudadagind Basavan) located about 5&nbsp;km from Chikodi.
*[[Toranahalli]]- Famous for Bhagavan Hanuman temple located in this village, it is about 10&nbsp;km from Chikodi.
*[[Shiragaon]] - Famous for Basaveshwara temple and it is near 11&nbsp;km from Chikodi.
*[[Gokak Falls]] (Near [[Gokak]]) & [[Narsobawadi]] ([[Maharashtra]]) are also near to the city.
*[[Hidkal]] [[Dam]] - also known as Raja Lakhamagouda dam, is a dam constructed across the [[Ghataprabha River]] in the Krishna River basin. It is about 40&nbsp;km from Chikodi.
*Basavanal Gadde- [https://www.google.co.in/maps/uv?hl=en&pb=!1s0x3bc0c345e618b03b:0xaf57ee49773cf472!2m22!2m2!1i80!2i80!3m1!2i20!16m16!1b1!2m2!1m1!1e1!2m2!1m1!1e3!2m2!1m1!1e5!2m2!1m1!1e4!2m2!1m1!1e6!3m1!7e115!4shttps://lh5.googleusercontent.com/p/AF1QipNrYFQvkDtgTxjFagM_903keBntKqJU1qf8BHa-%3Dw213-h160-k-no!5slakkavva+temple+chikodi+-+Google+Search&imagekey=!1e10!2sAF1QipNrYFQvkDtgTxjFagM_903keBntKqJU1qf8BHa-&sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwjDv9-c3tvdAhUM3o8KHfUqBmUQoiowD3oECAoQCQ Lakkavva Temple] in Laxmi Nagar is one of the oldest temples in around the town.
*Basavanal Gadde- Hanuman Temple in Hanuman Nagar is very famous in the region.
*[[Karagaon]] - {{cvt|15|km}} from the city, Karisiddeshwar temple is the largest temple, also a village god and has a huge number of devotees outside the village, apparently a crowded fair dedicated to Karisiddeshwar takes place in the time of Deepavali.
 
==Education==
[[File:RD School Chikodi.jpg|thumb|upright|220x220px|CTE's R.D High School, Chikodi]]
[[File:KLE CET College View.JPG|alt=KLE's College of Engineering and Technology, Chikodi, it is the only engineering college in the city|thumb|upright|220x220px|KLE's College of Engineering and Technology, Chikodi]]
 
Chikodi is considered as an education hub in [[Belagavi]] district for its educational institutions and facilities. There are numerous government and private schools and colleges which provide education from primary to college level offering different courses in Kannada, English and Marathi medium.
 
==Dispute regarding District status==
 
Belagavi district is the largest district in the Karnataka so bifurcation of district is evident. Bifurcation of Belagavi district, which includes a total of 14 taluka's, has been a long pending issue. [[Government of Karnataka]] has already provided the District level offices to Chikodi which would help in the development of neighbouring talukas of Chikodi, Hukkeri, Athani, Raybag, Nippani, and Kagawad. But as of now, no decision has been made regarding bifurcation of Belagavi district and [[Government of Karnataka]] has not granted Chikodi a separate district status.
 
==Transport==
 
Majority of public transport in Chikodi connecting surrounding villages and towns is through city buses run by North West Karnataka Road Transport Corporation ([[Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation|NWKRTC]]) from Chikodi central bus stand. Auto rickshaws are commonly available for commuting inside the city
 
 
===Road===
 
Chikodi is well connected by road with major [[List of state highways in Karnataka|State Highways]] which connect to [[National Highway 48 (India)|National Highway 48]] which was earlier designated as NH 4 before all the [[National Highway (India)|National Highways]] were [[List of National Highways in India by highway number|renumbered]] in the year 2010.<ref>{{Cite news|url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/National-highway-numbers-to-change-stretches-to-be-longer/articleshow/5585374.cms|title=National highway numbers to change, stretches to be longer - Times of India|date=2010-02-18|work=The Times of India|access-date=2017-10-09|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20100219094949/https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/National-highway-numbers-to-change-stretches-to-be-longer/articleshow/5585374.cms|archive-date=2010-02-19|url-status=live}}</ref> The State Highways passing through Chikodi are: [[State Highway 18 (Karnataka)|KA SH 18]] ([[Mudhol]] to [[Nipani]]), [[State Highway 12 (Karnataka)|KA SH 12]] ([[Vijayapura, Karnataka|Vijayapur]] to [[Sankeshwar]]) and SH 78 (Ichalakaranji to Hattargi).
 
State Highway 12 has been declared as the [[National Highway (India)|National Highway]] which goes from Sankeshwar to Vijayapur via Gotur-Chikodi-Kagawad-Athani-Tikota.
 
NWKRTC runs buses from '''Chikodi''' to all corners of Karnataka as well as neighboring states. There are many prominent private bus services too.
 
===Rail===
 
The closest railway station is '''Chikodi Road Station''' located at a distance of about {{cvt|20|km}} (near [[Kabbur]]). This station falls under [[South Western Railway Zone]].
 
===Air===
 
The closest airports are [[Belgaum Airport|Belagavi Airport]] and [[Kolhapur Airport]] located at a distance of about {{cvt|70|km}} and {{cvt|60|km}}, respectively. And nearest international airport is [[Goa International Airport|Dabolin International Airport, Goa]]  which located at a distance of {{cvt|193|km}}.


==See also==
==See also==
*[[Adi (Chikodi)|Adi (Chikkodi)]]
*[[Adi (Chikodi)|Adi (Chikkodi)]]
*[[ Sri Citramukhi, Maharastra| Sri Citramukhi]]
*[[Hattarawat]]
*[[Hattarawat]]
*[[Karagaon]]
*[[Karagaon]]
*[[Gatti basavann]]
*[[Yadur Virupaxi Temple]]
*[[Toranahalli Hanuman Temple]]


==References==
==References==

Latest revision as of 08:24, 18 March 2026


Chikodi (Formerly known as Chikkodi)
chitrmukhi it is part of Maharashtra
City (turned into district)
Mini Vidhanasoudha Chikodi
Mini Vidhanasoudha Chikodi
Coordinates: 16°25′32″N 74°35′13″E / 16.425466°N 74.5869573°E / 16.425466; 74.5869573
Country India
State Karnataka
DistrictBelagavi
Government
 • BodyTown Municipal Council
 • Member of Parliament (MP)To be decided
 • Member of Legislative Assembly (MLA)Ganesh Prakash Hukkeri
Area
 • City (turned into district)18.48 km2 (7.14 sq mi)
 • Rural
1,213.74 km2 (468.63 sq mi)
Elevation
683 m (2,241 ft)
Population
 (2011)[1]
 • City (turned into district)38,307
 • Density2,100/km2 (5,400/sq mi)
 • Rural
503,838
Languages
 • OfficialKannada Marathi
Time zoneUTC+5:30 (IST)
PIN
591201
Telephone code08338
Vehicle registrationKA 23
Websitechikkoditown.mrc.gov.in

Chikkodi is a city, taluka and one of three Subdivisional headquarter, in the Belagavi district of Karnataka, India. Chikodi, Athani, Hukkeri, Raybag, Nipani and Kagwad are the taluks that come under Chikodi Subdivision. It is 75 kilometers from the city of Belgaum,53 kilometres from sangli.65 kilometers from Kolhapur, 51 kilometers from Miraj, 160 kilometers from Hubli, and 570 kilometers from the capital of Karnataka state, Bangalore. Chikodi has many district level offices but it is not designated as a district by the Government of Karnataka. It is one of the major cities that lie in the border between Karnataka and Maharashtra states.

Geography[edit | edit source]

Chikodi is located at 16°26′N 74°36′E / 16.43°N 74.6°E / 16.43; 74.6.[2] It has an average elevation of 683 meters (2240 feet). The town has an area of 18.29 km2, and is situated amidst hills. The topography within 2 kilometers of Chikodi contains significant variations in elevation as it is surrounded by range of hills, with a maximum elevation change of 169 meters and an average elevation above sea level of 657 meters.[3] The Krishna river is the chief source of agricultural and drinking water. The other river system of the taluka consists of Vedganga, Dudhaganga and Panchganga.[citation needed]

Climate[edit | edit source]

Chikodi has a tropical savanna climate. The wet season is pleasant, windy, and overcast while the dry season is hot and partly cloudy. The dry season lasts for 2.5 months, from 9 March to 23 May, with an average daily high temperature above 34 °C. Chikodi receives rainfall from both the northeast and the southwest monsoons and the wettest months are June–September.[4][5] The rainy period of the year lasts for 6.1 months, from 14 May to 18 November, with a sliding 31-day rainfall of at least 13 millimeters. The most rain falls during the 31 days centered around 18 July, with an average total accumulation of 239 millimeters. Over the course of the year, the temperature typically varies from 14 °C to 37 °C and is rarely below 13 °C or above 39 °C. December & January are generally cold as compared to the rest of year. The coldest month is January with an average low temperature of 14 °C and the hottest month is April with an average high temperature of 35.7 °C. Winter temperatures rarely drop below 13 °C (55.4 °F), and summer temperatures seldom exceed 38 °C.[6][7][8]

Climate data for Chikodi
Month Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Year
Record high °C (°F) 33.6
(92.5) 		36
(97) 		38.1
(100.6) 		40
(104) 		39.5
(103.1) 		37.1
(98.8) 		34.8
(94.6) 		34.1
(93.4) 		35.8
(96.4) 		34.2
(93.6) 		34.1
(93.4) 		35.2
(95.4) 		36.02
(96.84)
Average high °C (°F) 29
(84) 		33.1
(91.6) 		34
(93) 		38
(100) 		37
(99) 		30
(86) 		28
(82) 		27
(81) 		28
(82) 		28
(82) 		29
(84) 		28
(82) 		30.84
(87.51)
Daily mean °C (°F) 22
(72) 		25
(77) 		27
(81) 		29
(84) 		29
(84) 		25
(77) 		24
(75) 		23
(73) 		23
(73) 		23
(73) 		22
(72) 		22
(72) 		24.5
(76.1)
Average low °C (°F) 14
(57) 		16
(61) 		19
(66) 		22
(72) 		24
(75) 		23
(73) 		22
(72) 		21
(70) 		19
(66) 		17
(63) 		15
(59) 		14
(57) 		18.83
(65.89)
Record low °C (°F) 11.9
(53.4) 		13.9
(57.0) 		15.4
(59.7) 		16.7
(62.1) 		18.3
(64.9) 		19.1
(66.4) 		18.2
(64.8) 		17.9
(64.2) 		18.5
(65.3) 		18.4
(65.1) 		17.6
(63.7) 		14.1
(57.4) 		17.39
(63.30)
Average precipitation mm (inches) 0.68
(0.03) 		0.8
(0.03) 		8.75
(0.34) 		3.94
(0.16) 		47.28
(1.86) 		81.52
(3.21) 		62.41
(2.46) 		56.67
(2.23) 		32.42
(1.28) 		55.4
(2.18) 		18.1
(0.71) 		5.6
(0.22) 		361.37
(14.23)
Average rainy days 1 2 5 5 11 21 20 18 16 11 4 4 123
Average relative humidity (%) 41 31 38 41 58 77 86 91 81 61 55 52 59.33
Mean monthly sunshine hours 307 288.5 310 274.5 308 182.4 84.5 74 170.5 264.5 233.5 280 2,777.4
Average ultraviolet index 6 6 7 7 7 5 5 5 6 6 6 6 6
Source 1: Monthly Weather Forecast[9][10]
Source 2: Indian Meteorological Department[11][12][13]

Demographics[edit | edit source]

As of 2011 India census,[14] Chikodi had a population of 38,307. Males constitute 51% of the population and females 49%. The average literacy rate is 73%, higher than the national average of 59.5%; with male literacy at 79% and female literacy at 66%.

See also[edit | edit source]

References[edit | edit source]

  1. ↑ "Census Data Handbook 2011" (PDF). Retrieved 25 May 2024.
  2. ↑ Falling Rain Genomics, Inc - Chikodi
  3. ↑ "Chikodi Topography".
  4. ↑ "Southwest and Northeast monsoons in India". Dept. of Environment, Govt. of Maharashtra. Retrieved 8 April 2018.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: deprecated archival service (link)
  5. ↑ "Southwest monsoon maps". mapsofindia.com.
  6. ↑ "Forecasting manuals for Southwest Monsoons". Indian Meteorological Department, Govt. of India. Archived from the original on 24 September 2015. Retrieved 18 December 2011.
  7. ↑ "Weather maps for surface temperature". myweather2.com. Retrieved 14 June 2012.
  8. ↑ "Weekly Rainfall predictions". Indian Meteorological Department, Govt. of India. Archived from the original on 24 September 2015. Retrieved 14 June 2012.
  9. ↑ "Chikodi Monthly Climate Averages".
  10. ↑ "Average monthly sunshine hours for Karnataka". worldreviewer.com. Archived from the original on 21 August 2010. Retrieved 5 June 2019.
  11. ↑ "Indian Meteorological Department". Indian Meteorological Department, Govt. of India. Archived from the original on 24 September 2015. Retrieved 1 September 2005.
  12. ↑ "Satellite Imaging for weather forecast". Indian Meteorological Department, Govt. of India. Archived from the original on 19 October 2015. Retrieved 5 June 2019.
  13. ↑ "Weather data from 1901–2000" (PDF). Indian Meteorological Department, Govt. of India. Archived from the original (PDF) on 13 April 2015. Retrieved 25 August 2011.
  14. ↑ "Census of India 2001: Data from the 2001 Census, including cities, villages and towns (Provisional)". Census Commission of India. Archived from the original on 16 June 2004. Retrieved 1 November 2008.

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