Chidri
Chidri | |
|---|---|
Village | |
| Country | India |
| State | Karnataka |
| District | Bidar |
| Taluka | Bidar |
| Postal code | 585403 |
Chidri is a village and suburb in Bidar district, Karnataka, India. It falls under Bidar Taluka and is part of the Bidar Assembly and Parliamentary constituency. The postal code of Chidri is 585403.[1]
Location
[edit]Chidri is situated close to Bidar city, with Bidar railway station located approximately 2.2 km away.[2]
Bommagondeshwar
[edit]Bommagondeshwar is widely revered in Bidar district, Karnataka. Chidri village is believed to be his birthplace. His teachings and contributions are celebrated in Gond traditions and Kannada society, emphasizing the upliftment of marginalized groups.[3][4][5][6]
Transport
[edit]Bidar railway station is the nearest major railhead, located 2.2 km away. Other nearby stations include Chitta (10.8 km) and Khanapur Junction (12.2 km).[7]
Landmarks
[edit]The historic Bidar Fort, built in the 15th century by Sultan Ahmad Shah Bahmani, is located about 5 km from Chidri. It is one of the most prominent monuments in Karnataka and is known for its Persian architecture and extensive fortifications.[8]
See also
[edit]References
[edit]- ↑ "Chidri Village, Bidar Taluka". IndiaInfo. Retrieved 24 September 2026.
- ↑ "Bidar Railway Station Distance from Chidri". Train PNR Status. Retrieved 24 September 2026.
- ↑ "Bommagondeshwar Utsav in Bidar". Ee Dina. 25 March 2025. Retrieved 24 September 2026.
- ↑ "Journalist suggests people to read Bommagondeshwara history". Prajavani. 13 March 2023. Retrieved 24 September 2026.
- ↑ "Shepherding adding to the informal farm economy of North Karnataka". The Hindu. 17 March 2024. Retrieved 24 September 2026.
- ↑ "Bommagondeshwar Vachanas". Kanaja Karnataka Government. Retrieved 24 September 2026.
- ↑ "Railway Stations near Chidri". India Rail Info. Retrieved 24 September 2026.
- ↑ "Bidar Fort". Archaeological Survey of India. Retrieved 24 September 2026.