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About Tekkalakote

Tekkalakote is a small town located in Bellary District of Karnataka. The town administration is looked after by the Tekkalakote Nagar Panchayat. The location of this town is at 15.32 Degrees North Latitude and 76.52 Degrees East Longitude.  The total area of this town is about 46.13 sq km and its elevation is at 401 m above the mean sea level. The main language spoken here is Kannada.

About Tekkalakote

Demographics of Tekkalakote

The total population of Tekkalakote is about 26, 224 as per India Census 2011. The percentage of males and females in this town is 50% each. The average literacy rate of Tekkalakote is 30%.

Tourist Places of Tekkalakote

Tekkalakote is famous for its ancient fort and Tekkalakote Hill. Many pre-historic remnants have been found in this hill. Minor Edict of Emperor Ashoka was also found in Tekkalakote. The fort of Tekkalakote has square shape and has bastions in its four corners. There is a huge entrance way to this fort called Mahadwara in the north direction and there is also a small entrance way on its west side.

How to Reach Tekkalakote

Located in the north of Bellary district Tekkalakote is located on the State Highway No. 19. This town is situated in the south of Siruguppa Town. Tekkalakote is well connected to major towns and cities of Karnataka like Gulbarga, Hospet, Hyderabad, Bangalore and others. The nearest airport to Tekkalakote is the Hyderabad Airport.

Frequent bus services from KSRTC or Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation are available connecting Tekkalakote with various other towns and villages. Private bus services are also there to reach Tekkalakote from other towns and cities.

The nearest railway station to Tekkalkote is the Bellary Railway Station which is on the Hubli – Guntakal Railway Route.

One Day Trip from Tekkalakote

Tekkalakote has many ancient places which still has archaeological remnants. Read below to know more about such places around Tekkalakote which you could cover in a day.

Tekkalakote to Bellary

Located around 45 KM south of Tekkalakote, Bellary is an important town of Karnataka and the district headquarters of Bellary District. The major tourist attractions of Bellary are Pattabhirama Temple, Bellary Fort, Narihalla Dam, Bellary Gudda, and Kumbara Gudda.

Tekkalakote to Hampi

Located almost 75 KM from Tekkalakote, Hampi Town is a world famous heritage town. Hampi has endless archaeological remnants of the glorious Vijayanagara Kingdom. The major attractions of Hampi are Vittala Temple, Virupaksha Temple, Veerabhadra Temple, Anjaneya Temple, Madhavan Palace, Hazara Rama Temple, Queen’s bath, Elephant Stable, and Lotus Mahal. Many tourists enjoy Dongi ride in the Tungabhadra River. Daroji Sloth Bear Sanctuary is also an interesting place near Hampi.

Weekend Destinations from Tekkalakote

There are many tourist destinations around Tekkalakote that you can visit during a short vacation. Read below to know about some of these places that are excellent weekend getaways from Tekkalkote.

Tekkalkote to Hyderabad

Tekkalakote to Hyderabad

The approximate road distance between Tekkalakote and Hyderabad is about 400 KM and it takes around 6 - 7 hours to reach Hyderabad from Tekkalakote Town. Hyderabad offers endless opportunities for the visitors to enjoy journey through history, shopping and many other activities.  Famous attractions of Hyderabad are Charminar, Mecca Masjid, Salarjung Museum, Golconda Fort, Nehru Zoological Park, Warangal Fort, Char Kamaan, Birla Mandir and Laad Bazaar.

Tekkalakote to Raichur

The road distance between Raichur and Tekkalakote is about 100 - 120 KM. The famous attractions of Raichur are Matha of Sri Saviradevaru Channaveera Shivacharya Swami, Deodurg Fort, Amareshwara Temple, Veerabhadra Temple of Devarsugur, temples of Hanuman, Bangara Basappa and Venkateshwara in Gabbur, Jaladurga Island Fort and Kallur.

Fact File of Tekkalakote

Town: Tekkalkote
District: Bellary
State: Karnataka
Area: 43.16 sq km
Population: 26, 224
Latitude: 15.32 Degrees North
Longitude: 76.52 Degrees East
Official Language: Kannada
Summer Temperature: 44 Degrees Celsius
Winter Temperature: 25 Degrees Celsius

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