List of Localities in chikkamaglur

A city in the state of Karnataka, Chikkamaglur is located in the district of Chikkamaglur. It’s situated at the foothills of the Mullayanagiri range which has the highest peak in Karnataka. Chikkamagalur is famously called the Coffee Land of Karnataka.

Chikkamaglur district was earlier known as Kadur district. Located to the south-west of Karnataka, this city has access to a large area covered by dense forests and hills also called the Malnad region. This makes Chikkamaglur a favorite tourist destination for travelers.

The name of this city is derived from ‘Chikka Magala Uru’, which means younger daughter’s town in Kannada, the official state language of Karnataka. It’s also the spoken language of Chikkamaglur. The city is a prime centre for trade, commerce and education.

Stats and Facts

• As per the census report of 2011, the population of Chikkamaglur stands at 1,18,401.
• According to the same report, the sex ratio in Chikkamaglur is 1017 females per 1000.
• Chikkamaglur’s literacy rate is 81.38%, according to the 2011 census.
• The city is where the coffee plant was first grown by Baba Budan. It was brought in from West-Asia.
• Ancient scriptures have recorded the name of this place as Kiriya-muguli.
• Chikkamaglur houses the Kodandarama temple famous for its architecture, which is a blend of the Dravidian and Hoysala styles.
• Yoopasthambha, Parashurama temple, the Kali shrine, Jamia Mosque and St. Joseph’s Cathedral are other places attracting devotees and tourists to Chikkamaglur.
• Chikkamaglur is famous for the Kemmanagundi hill, Kudremukh, Mutthodi National Park, and the Mahatma Gandhi Park.
• The city has many waterfalls at Kalhatagiri, Shanti, Sirimane, Hebbe, and Manikyadhara, all of which attract a lot of tourists and adventurers.
• The forests of Bhadra and Muthodi are visited frequently by birdwatchers and tourists because of the many birds and animal species seen here.
• Tunga, Hemavati, Bhadra and Vedavati are the main rivers flowing through the city.

Agriculture Sector

• The agricultural sector in Chikkamaglur contributes highly to the economy of the city. Known as the Coffee Land of Karnataka, coffee is important to the sector.
• A large area of Chikkamaglur is used to cultivate coffee. Arabica and Robusta are the main varieties grown here. The average productivity per hectare of coffee in this city is way higher than the national average.
• Apart from coffee, the other produce contributing to the trade are cereals like rice, jowar, ragi, millets and maize. Pulses such as red gram, green gram, horse gram, Bengal gram and black gram are also grown extensively.
• Oilseeds like sesamum, groundnut, castor, and sunflower, and commercial crops like cotton, sugarcane, and tobacco also form an important part.

Connectivity

• Chikkamagaluru Railway Station on Belur Road is the only station in the city which became functional in 2013. It has a passenger train plying between Chikkamaglur and Shimoga. Also the railway line connects the city to Kadur, which then joins the Bangalore-Hubli network, making it easier for people to reach Bangalore, Mumbai and Hubli.
• Mangalore International Airport is the nearest airport connecting people from Chikkamaglur to other prominent cities of India like Mumbai, Delhi, Kolkata and Pune. It’s about 160 km from the city.
• The road network of Chikkamaglur is well connected to the important neighboring cities like Bangalore, Hassan, Mangalore, and Mysore in the state. The KSRTC (Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation) buses ply from Chikkamaglur to Bangalore very frequently.
• The intra-city transportation is mainly by auto-rickshaws and taxis.

Chikkamaglur Civic Administration

• The administrative activities of Chikkamaglur are undertaken by the City Municipal Council (CMC).
• The council comprises 35 wards, where each ward has an elected Councilor.
• The city of Chikkamaglur comes under the Chikkamaglur district, a part of the Mysore division of Karnataka.
• The district is made up of 7 taluks and Chikkamaglur is one of them.
• Chikkamaglur Revenue Sub-Division has 4 taluks that fall under it - Chikkamaglur, Koppa, Mudigere and Sringeri.

Chikkamaglur Infrastructure

Significant development is being seen over the years in the infrastructure sector in Chikkamaglur. Better roads are being built, encouraging people to invest in the city. The city has not seen much activity in the industrial sector. Most investors mostly show interest in non-industrial sectors in this city which has resulted in slow progress in the infrastructure sector.

Along with the 2 industrial estates nearby, one more is being developed by the Karnataka Industrial Area Development Board (KIADB) near a village called Amble. With this, more projects are gaining momentum in and around this area. Residential and commercial projects are seeing a steady rise.

With the inauguration of the railway station, and another stretch being laid, more infrastructure projects are being undertaken for the city. Apart from roads and railways, healthcare, drainage, and sewage are also being targeted to help the people in Chikkamaglur enjoy a better standard of living.

Infrastructure Projects

Name of The Project	Impact Areas	Expected Completion Date	Remarks
Chikkamaglur-Sakaleshpur Railway Line	Chikkamaglur, Sakaleshpur	Under Development	This broad gauge railway line on completion will provide direct connectivity to Mangalore.

Chikkamaglur Real Estate

• Chikkamaglur real estate is witnessing good growth. The city has a pleasant climate, keeping it cool even during summers. This has resulted in many prospective buyers showing interest in buying property in Chikkamagular.
• The industrial sector in Chikkamagalur is showing rapid signs of development, which in turn has necessitated the need for good infrastructure facilities.
• Better connectivity within the city is helping to generate interest in the areas that were not previously accessible to the public conveniently.

Key Localities in Chikkamaglur

Localities	Land Rates (Rs./sq. ft.)
Tharekere	800	1200
Sringeri	70	300
Chikkamaglur Ring Road	1000	1400

Charges by Different Government Bodies

Property Registration

Description Of Document	Stamp Duty Chargeable	Registration Fee Payable
Agreement relating to sale of immovable property (with possession)	5%	1%
Conveyance (Flats/Apartments)	5 % on the market value Surcharge cess	1%
Lease
Up to 1 year residential	0.5% on the total rent paid, max. Rs. 500	100
Up to 1 year commercial and industrial	0.5% on the total rent paid	0.5% or a minimum of Rs. 100
1-10 years	1% on AAR/advance/premium/deposit	0.5% or a minimum of Rs. 100
10-20 years	2% on AAR/advance/premium/deposit	0.5% or a minimum of Rs. 100
20-30 years	3% on AAR/advance/premium/deposit	0.5% or a minimum of Rs. 100
Mortgage
If possession of property is given	5 % on the amount surcharge	1%
If possession of property is not given	0.5% for every Rs. 100 or part thereof	0.5% or a minimum of Rs. 100

MESCOM – Supply of Electricity in Chikkamaglur

The functions of KPTCL (Karnataka Power Transmission Corporation Limited) were previously handled by the KEB (Karnataka Electricity Board), before it was unbundled. KPTCL was further split into 4 companies, and MESCOM (Mangalore Electricity Supply Company) was one among them. Chikkamaglur gets its power from MESCOM. There are 14 stations located in Chikkamaglur district to cater to the electricity needs for all purposes.

Electricity Tariff

Electricity Consumption Slabs (In Units)	Price Per Slab (In Rs.)
0-30	2.50
31-100	3.70
101-200	4.85
Above 200	5.85

Karnataka Urban Water Supply and Drainage Board

The KUWSDB is responsible for delivering the residents of Chikkamaglur with potable water and ensure proper drainage facilities. The sources of water supply for this city are the Bhadra Reservoir, Hirekere Tank and river Hemavathi.

Nirmala Nagar Computerization Scheme

The citizens of Chikkamaglur can now access information on property tax, birth certificates, and death certificates from the year 1990 onwards. The information has been computerized under the Nirmala Nagar scheme and is available at the Citizen Service Centre after paying the service fee.