Daginakatte - Channagiri, Davanagere
Daginakatte is a village situated in the Channagiri taluka of Davanagere district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Channagiri and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Davanagere. Daginakatte village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Daginakatte is 606881. The village covers a total geographical area of 1119.76 hectares and falls under the 577551 pincode. Honnali is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Daginakatte village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mayakonda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Davanagere Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Daginakatte
As per Census 2011, Daginakatte village has a total population of 4,307 people, consisting of 2,214 males and 2,093 females. The village has 902 households and a sex ratio of 945 females per 1,000 males. There are 416 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,672 literate and 1,635 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,179 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,875 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Daginakatte are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,307 | 2,214 | 2,093 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 416 | 214 | 202 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,179 | 602 | 577 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,875 | 966 | 909 |
| Literate Population | 2,672 | 1,543 | 1,129 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,635 | 671 | 964 |
Nearby Villages of Daginakatte
Daginakatte 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Yalodahalli | North-West | 2.06 km |
| Bulnaikanahalli | South-East | 2.69 km |
| Hosakere | East | 2.91 km |
| Harosagara | East | 3.10 km |
| Kanchugaranahalli | South-West | 3.21 km |
| Hurlihalli | North-West | 3.61 km |
| Kotehalu | North-East | 3.96 km |
| Sringarabagu | South-East | 4.06 km |
| Sagarapet | East | 4.13 km |
| Marabanahalli | North-East | 4.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Daginakatte
Daginakatte is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Hanumanahalli, while the nearest airport is Vijayanagar Aerodrome (jsw), situated at an approximate aerial distance of 108.4 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 Honnali to Daginakatte is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Davanagere to Daginakatte is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Daginakatte
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Daginakatte village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Daginakatte
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Daginakatte village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Daginakatte
Where is Daginakatte located?
Daginakatte village is located in Channagiri Taluka, Davanagere district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Daginakatte?
Daginakatte is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Daginakatte?
The pincode of Daginakatte is 577551.
What is the population of Daginakatte?
Daginakatte has a total population of 4,307, including 2,214 males and 2,093 females.
How many households are there in Daginakatte?
There are 902 households in Daginakatte.
What is the literacy rate in Daginakatte?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Daginakatte is 62.04%. Male literacy is 69.69% and female literacy is 53.94%.