Savanadurga State Forest - Magadi, Bengaluru South
Savanadurga State Forest is a village situated in the Magadi taluka of Bengaluru South district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 16 km from Magadi and around 30 km from Ramanagara. Hanchikuppe serves as the Gram Panchayat for Savanadurga State Forest village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Savanadurga State Forest is 626038. The village covers a total geographical area of 2759.82 hectares and falls under the 561201 pincode. Magadi is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Savanadurga State Forest village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Magadi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bengaluru Rural Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Savanadurga State Forest
As per Census 2011, Savanadurga State Forest village has a total population of 168 people, consisting of 78 males and 90 females. The village has 36 households and a sex ratio of 1,153 females per 1,000 males. There are 14 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 110 literate and 58 illiterate residents. Additionally, 67 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 41 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Savanadurga State Forest are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 168 | 78 | 90 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 6 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 67 | 27 | 40 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 41 | 23 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 110 | 57 | 53 |
| Illiterate Population | 58 | 21 | 37 |
Nearby Villages of Savanadurga State Forest
Savanadurga State Forest is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kalyanadevramatha | South-West | 1.40 km |
| Nayakanapalya | West | 2.12 km |
| Veerapura | East | 2.78 km |
| Matha | South | 2.80 km |
| Dabbaguli | South-East | 2.86 km |
| Hanchikuppe | South-West | 3.24 km |
| Papasastripalya | West | 3.56 km |
| Polohalli | North-West | 3.83 km |
| Awerahalli | East | 3.87 km |
| Doddamaskal | North-East | 4.08 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Savanadurga State Forest
Savanadurga State Forest is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Hejjala, while the nearest airport is Kempegowda International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Magadi to Savanadurga State Forest is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ramanagara to Savanadurga State Forest is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Savanadurga State Forest
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Savanadurga State Forest village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Savanadurga State Forest
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Savanadurga State Forest village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Savanadurga State Forest
Where is Savanadurga State Forest located?
Savanadurga State Forest village is located in Magadi Taluka, Bengaluru South district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Savanadurga State Forest?
The Gram Panchayat of Savanadurga State Forest is Hanchikuppe.
What is the pincode of Savanadurga State Forest?
The pincode of Savanadurga State Forest is 561201.
What is the population of Savanadurga State Forest?
Savanadurga State Forest has a total population of 168, including 78 males and 90 females.
How many households are there in Savanadurga State Forest?
There are 36 households in Savanadurga State Forest.
What is the literacy rate in Savanadurga State Forest?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Savanadurga State Forest is 65.48%. Male literacy is 73.08% and female literacy is 58.89%.