Nagarakatte - Hosdurga, Chitradurga
Nagarakatte is a village situated in the Hosdurga taluka of Chitradurga district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hosdurga and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Chitradurga. Hebballi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nagarakatte village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nagarakatte is 605822. The village covers a total geographical area of 380.64 hectares and falls under the 577554 pincode. Hosdurga is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Nagarakatte village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hosadurga Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chitradurga Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nagarakatte
As per Census 2011, Nagarakatte village has a total population of 780 people, consisting of 392 males and 388 females. The village has 172 households and a sex ratio of 989 females per 1,000 males. There are 59 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 616 literate and 164 illiterate residents. Additionally, 141 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 10 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nagarakatte are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 780 | 392 | 388 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 34 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 141 | 63 | 78 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 616 | 329 | 287 |
| Illiterate Population | 164 | 63 | 101 |
Nearby Villages of Nagarakatte
Nagarakatte 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Thumbinakere | East | 1.11 km |
| Veerapura Kaval | South-West | 1.32 km |
| Narayanagondanahalli | North | 2.33 km |
| Hebballi | South | 2.54 km |
| Gollarahalli | North-West | 3.22 km |
| Beesanahalli | East | 3.37 km |
| Herur | East | 3.40 km |
| Bommenahalli | South-West | 3.94 km |
| Kumbaragatte | South-East | 3.94 km |
| Jakkanahalli | West | 3.97 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nagarakatte
Public transport in the Nagarakatte is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Arbagatta Halt, while the nearest airport is Vijayanagar Aerodrome (jsw), situated at an approximate aerial distance of 113.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Hosdurga to Nagarakatte is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chitradurga to Nagarakatte is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nagarakatte
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nagarakatte 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 Nagarakatte
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nagarakatte 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 Nagarakatte
Where is Nagarakatte located?
Nagarakatte village is located in Hosdurga Taluka, Chitradurga district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nagarakatte?
The Gram Panchayat of Nagarakatte is Hebballi.
What is the pincode of Nagarakatte?
The pincode of Nagarakatte is 577554.
What is the population of Nagarakatte?
Nagarakatte has a total population of 780, including 392 males and 388 females.
How many households are there in Nagarakatte?
There are 172 households in Nagarakatte.
What is the literacy rate in Nagarakatte?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nagarakatte is 78.97%. Male literacy is 83.93% and female literacy is 73.97%.