Kabbala - Channagiri, Davanagere
Kabbala 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 33 km from the district headquarters in Davanagere. Kabbala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kabbala is 606934. The village covers a total geographical area of 452.77 hectares and falls under the 577544 pincode. Channagiri is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Kabbala 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 Kabbala
As per Census 2011, Kabbala village has a total population of 2,444 people, consisting of 1,212 males and 1,232 females. The village has 534 households and a sex ratio of 1,016 females per 1,000 males. There are 248 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,414 literate and 1,030 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,752 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 79 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kabbala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,444 | 1,212 | 1,232 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 248 | 126 | 122 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,752 | 869 | 883 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 79 | 40 | 39 |
| Literate Population | 1,414 | 766 | 648 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,030 | 446 | 584 |
Nearby Villages of Kabbala
Kabbala 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Byrapura | West | 1.29 km |
| Siddapura | South | 1.59 km |
| Uduva | North-West | 1.84 km |
| Mallapura | East | 1.92 km |
| Yakkegondi | South-West | 2.27 km |
| Rampura | North | 2.44 km |
| Karekatte | North-East | 2.60 km |
| Kashipura | South-East | 2.95 km |
| Hirekurubarahalli | North-West | 3.04 km |
| Doddaghatta | North | 3.52 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kabbala
Kabbala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kodaganur, while the nearest airport is Vijayanagar Aerodrome (jsw), situated at an approximate aerial distance of 103.9 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 Kabbala is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Davanagere to Kabbala is about 33 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kabbala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kabbala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kabbala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kabbala 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 Kabbala
Where is Kabbala located?
Kabbala village is located in Channagiri Taluka, Davanagere district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kabbala?
Kabbala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kabbala?
The pincode of Kabbala is 577544.
What is the population of Kabbala?
Kabbala has a total population of 2,444, including 1,212 males and 1,232 females.
How many households are there in Kabbala?
There are 534 households in Kabbala.
What is the literacy rate in Kabbala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kabbala is 57.86%. Male literacy is 63.20% and female literacy is 52.60%.