Dhanagere - Kollegal, Chamarajanagar
Dhanagere is a village situated in the Kollegal taluka of Chamarajanagar district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kollegal and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Chamarajanagar. Dhanagere village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhanagere is 619815. The village covers a total geographical area of 660.83 hectares and falls under the 571440 pincode. Kollegal is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Dhanagere village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hanur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chamarajanagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhanagere
As per Census 2011, Dhanagere village has a total population of 2,360 people, consisting of 1,243 males and 1,117 females. The village has 530 households and a sex ratio of 898 females per 1,000 males. There are 204 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,323 literate and 1,037 illiterate residents. Additionally, 583 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 973 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhanagere are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,360 | 1,243 | 1,117 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 204 | 130 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 583 | 288 | 295 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 973 | 512 | 461 |
| Literate Population | 1,323 | 773 | 550 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,037 | 470 | 567 |
Nearby Villages of Dhanagere
Dhanagere 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Saragur | South-West | 2.16 km |
| Uganiya | East | 2.96 km |
| Jinakanahalli | South | 3.41 km |
| Madavadi | North-West | 3.49 km |
| Agrahara | South-West | 3.60 km |
| Holesalu (kaveripura) | West | 3.92 km |
| Gundegala | South | 4.51 km |
| Harale | South-West | 4.66 km |
| Palya | South-East | 4.96 km |
| Siddayyanapura | South | 5.31 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dhanagere
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Dhanagere. The nearest railway station is Chamarajanagar, while the nearest airport is Mysore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kollegal to Dhanagere is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chamarajanagar to Dhanagere is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhanagere
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhanagere village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Dhanagere
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhanagere village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dhanagere
Where is Dhanagere located?
Dhanagere village is located in Kollegal Taluka, Chamarajanagar district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhanagere?
Dhanagere is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dhanagere?
The pincode of Dhanagere is 571440.
What is the population of Dhanagere?
Dhanagere has a total population of 2,360, including 1,243 males and 1,117 females.
How many households are there in Dhanagere?
There are 530 households in Dhanagere.
What is the literacy rate in Dhanagere?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhanagere is 56.06%. Male literacy is 62.19% and female literacy is 49.24%.