Karekatte - Channagiri, Davanagere
Karekatte is a village situated in the Channagiri taluka of Davanagere district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Channagiri and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Davanagere. Karekatte village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karekatte is 606977. The village covers a total geographical area of 564.35 hectares and falls under the 577544 pincode. Channagiri is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Karekatte 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 Karekatte
According to the 2011 Census, Karekatte village had a total population of 4,572 people, including 2,331 males and 2,241 females, living in 928 households. The sex ratio was 961 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.64%, with male literacy at 63.97% and female literacy at 55.20%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,498, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 141.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Karekatte
Karekatte 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Navilehalu | North | 1.69 km |
| Mallapura | South | 1.93 km |
| Rampura | North-West | 2.07 km |
| Alur | South-East | 2.19 km |
| Giriyapura | East | 2.60 km |
| Kabbala | South-West | 2.60 km |
| Kashipura | South | 3.56 km |
| Uduva | West | 3.57 km |
| Kamanahalli | North-East | 3.58 km |
| Kudligere | South-East | 3.65 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karekatte
Karekatte is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kodaganur, while the nearest airport is Vijayanagar Aerodrome (jsw), situated at an approximate aerial distance of 102.1 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 Karekatte is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Davanagere to Karekatte is about 32 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 Karekatte
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karekatte village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Karekatte
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karekatte 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 Karekatte
Where is Karekatte located?
Karekatte village is located in Channagiri Taluka, Davanagere district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karekatte?
Karekatte is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karekatte?
The pincode of Karekatte is 577544.
What is the population of Karekatte?
Karekatte had a total population of 4,572, including 2,331 males and 2,241 females.
How many households are there in Karekatte?
Karekatte had 928 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karekatte?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karekatte was 59.64%. Male literacy was 63.97% and female literacy was 55.20%.