Challakere Postal Codes, Chitradurga, Bangalore, Karnataka India

Find all official postal codes and zip codes for Challakere, located in Karnataka, Bangalore, Chitradurga, India. The table below lists the specific postal codes for various places, towns, and neighborhoods within Challakere to ensure your mail and packages are correctly routed.

Challakere on the Map

The map above highlights the geographic boundaries of the Challakere sub-districts in India. The postal codes listed on this page correspond to specific towns, villages, and post offices within this area.

What to Know About Challakere

Key Facts

Challakere is a taluk (sub-district) located in the Chitradurga district of Karnataka, India. Situated in the central part of the state, Challakere lies approximately 200 kilometers north of Bangalore and serves as an important administrative and economic center for the surrounding rural areas. The taluk covers an area of approximately 2,015 square kilometers and has a population of around 350,000 people according to recent estimates. Challakere is characterized by its semi-arid landscape, with agriculture being the primary occupation, particularly the cultivation of groundnuts, ragi, and sunflower. The region is administratively divided into multiple hoblis and numerous villages, maintaining its traditional panchayat system of local governance. Historically significant, Challakere has been part of various ruling dynasties and features several ancient temples and historical sites that attract visitors interested in Karnataka's rich cultural heritage. The taluk's strategic location along major transportation routes has contributed to its development as a commercial hub for the surrounding agricultural hinterland. For those seeking detailed postal code information and administrative data for Challakere's various villages and settlements, comprehensive resources are available to assist with location-specific queries.

Neighboring Regions

* Holalkere

* Hiriyur

* Hosadurga

* Molakalmuru