Devarahalli - Channagiri, Davanagere
Devarahalli is a village situated in the Channagiri taluka of Davanagere district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Channagiri and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Davanagere. Devarahalli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devarahalli is 606987. The village covers a total geographical area of 604.07 hectares and falls under the 577213 pincode. Channagiri is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Devarahalli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Channagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Davanagere Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Devarahalli
As per Census 2011, Devarahalli village has a total population of 4,759 people, consisting of 2,482 males and 2,277 females. The village has 967 households and a sex ratio of 917 females per 1,000 males. There are 427 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,936 literate and 1,823 illiterate residents. Additionally, 431 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 306 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Devarahalli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,759 | 2,482 | 2,277 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 427 | 230 | 197 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 431 | 243 | 188 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 306 | 165 | 141 |
| Literate Population | 2,936 | 1,707 | 1,229 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,823 | 775 | 1,048 |
Nearby Villages of Devarahalli
Devarahalli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ramagondanahalli | West | 1.66 km |
| Chikkadevarahalli | South-East | 2.10 km |
| Nuggehalli | North-East | 2.14 km |
| Neethigere Camp | South-East | 2.24 km |
| Kondadahalli | North | 2.68 km |
| Hireuda | West | 2.89 km |
| Neethigere | East | 3.03 km |
| Ramenahalli | South | 3.54 km |
| Gullehalli | South | 3.73 km |
| Chikkuda | North | 4.09 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Devarahalli
Devarahalli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Chikjajur Jn, while the nearest airport is Vijayanagar Aerodrome (jsw), situated at an approximate aerial distance of 106.5 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 Channagiri to Devarahalli is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Davanagere to Devarahalli 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 Devarahalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Devarahalli 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Devarahalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Devarahalli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Devarahalli
Where is Devarahalli located?
Devarahalli village is located in Channagiri Taluka, Davanagere district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Devarahalli?
Devarahalli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Devarahalli?
The pincode of Devarahalli is 577213.
What is the population of Devarahalli?
Devarahalli has a total population of 4,759, including 2,482 males and 2,277 females.
How many households are there in Devarahalli?
There are 967 households in Devarahalli.
What is the literacy rate in Devarahalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devarahalli is 61.69%. Male literacy is 68.78% and female literacy is 53.97%.