Shivanekatte - Hosdurga, Chitradurga
Shivanekatte is a village situated in the Hosdurga taluka of Chitradurga district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hosdurga and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Chitradurga. Madhure serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shivanekatte village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shivanekatte is 605851. The village covers a total geographical area of 740.01 hectares and falls under the 577527 pincode. Hosdurga is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Shivanekatte 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 Shivanekatte
As per Census 2011, Shivanekatte village has a total population of 1,174 people, consisting of 605 males and 569 females. The village has 244 households and a sex ratio of 940 females per 1,000 males. There are 166 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 771 literate and 403 illiterate residents. Additionally, 289 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 68 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shivanekatte are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,174 | 605 | 569 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 166 | 91 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 289 | 147 | 142 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 68 | 36 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 771 | 441 | 330 |
| Illiterate Population | 403 | 164 | 239 |
Nearby Villages of Shivanekatte
Shivanekatte 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rangapura | West | 2.05 km |
| Chinnapura | North | 2.29 km |
| Goravinakal | East | 2.54 km |
| Bokikere | South | 3.25 km |
| Honnekere | West | 3.82 km |
| Kanivesangenahalli | North | 3.82 km |
| Galabenahalli | North | 3.95 km |
| Nagenahalli | West | 4.09 km |
| Srirangapura (jodi) | East | 4.09 km |
| Madhure | North-West | 4.12 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shivanekatte
Shivanekatte is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Hosdurga Road, while the nearest airport is Vijayanagar Aerodrome (jsw), situated at an approximate aerial distance of 119.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Hosdurga to Shivanekatte is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chitradurga to Shivanekatte is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shivanekatte
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shivanekatte village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Shivanekatte
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shivanekatte village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Shivanekatte
Where is Shivanekatte located?
Shivanekatte village is located in Hosdurga Taluka, Chitradurga district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shivanekatte?
The Gram Panchayat of Shivanekatte is Madhure.
What is the pincode of Shivanekatte?
The pincode of Shivanekatte is 577527.
What is the population of Shivanekatte?
Shivanekatte has a total population of 1,174, including 605 males and 569 females.
How many households are there in Shivanekatte?
There are 244 households in Shivanekatte.
What is the literacy rate in Shivanekatte?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shivanekatte is 65.67%. Male literacy is 72.89% and female literacy is 58.00%.