Karekatte
Karekatte is a village located in Channagiri taluka of Davanagere district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 23km away from sub-district headquarter Channagiri (tehsildar office) and 32km away from district headquarter Davanagere. As per 2009 stats, Karekatte village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Karekatte unique in its vibrant Channagiri-Davanagere region. You’ll see Karekatte’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Karekatte
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karekatte is 606977. The village spans a total geographical area of 564.35 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 577544. Channagiri is nearest town to Karekatte village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
When it comes to local governance, Karekatte village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Channagiri Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Davanagere Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Karekatte
Population of Karekatte
According to the 2011 Census, Karekatte has a total population of about 4,572, with approximately 2,331 males and 2,241 females. The sex ratio is around 961 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 573 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,498 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 141. The overall literacy rate is approximately 52.17%, with male literacy at about 55.60% and female literacy near 48.59%. There are around 928 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Karekatte's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,572 | 2,331 | 2,241 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 573 | 305 | 268 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,498 | 738 | 760 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 141 | 85 | 56 |
| Literate Population | 2,385 | 1,296 | 1,089 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,187 | 1,035 | 1,152 |
Connectivity of Karekatte
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Karekatte. As per the 2011 stats, Karekatte had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Karekatte
Knowing the nearby villages of Karekatte helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Karekatte.
Frequently Asked Questions about Karekatte
- Where is Karekatte located?
- Karekatte village is situated in Channagiri Taluka, within the Davanagere district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Karekatte?
- Karekatte serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Karekatte?
- The pincode of Karekatte is 577544, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Karekatte as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karekatte is 4,572, with 2,331 males and 2,241 females.
- How many households are there in Karekatte as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Karekatte village has a total of 928 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Karekatte as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karekatte is 52.17%. The male literacy rate is 55.60%, while the female literacy rate is 48.59%.