Karikatti - Savadatti, Belagavi
Karikatti is a village situated in the Savadatti taluka of Belagavi district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 10 km from Parasgad and around 78 km from Belgaum. Karikatti village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karikatti is 598239. The village covers a total geographical area of 2352.73 hectares and falls under the 591126 pincode. Soundatti is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Karikatti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bailhongal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Belagavi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karikatti
According to the 2011 Census, Karikatti village had a total population of 4,835 people, including 2,437 males and 2,398 females, living in 976 households. The sex ratio was 984 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.35%, with male literacy at 82.65% and female literacy at 63.91%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 135, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 102.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,835 | 2,437 | 2,398 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 644 | 327 | 317 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 135 | 62 | 73 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 102 | 49 | 53 |
| Literate Population | 3,074 | 1,744 | 1,330 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,761 | 693 | 1,068 |
Nearby Villages of Karikatti
Karikatti is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Karikatti
Karikatti is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Karikatti has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Soundatti to Karikatti is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Belgaum to Karikatti is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karikatti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karikatti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Karikatti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karikatti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Karikatti
Where is Karikatti located?
Karikatti village is located in Savadatti Taluka, Belagavi district, Karnataka, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Karikatti?
Karikatti is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karikatti?
The pincode of Karikatti is 591126.
What is the population of Karikatti?
Karikatti had a total population of 4,835, including 2,437 males and 2,398 females.
How many households are there in Karikatti?
Karikatti had 976 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karikatti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karikatti was 73.35%. Male literacy was 82.65% and female literacy was 63.91%.