Salakatte - Harihar, Davanagere
Salakatte is a village situated in the Harihar taluka of Davanagere district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harihar and around 12 km from the district headquarters in Davanagere. Salkatte serves as the Gram Panchayat for Salakatte village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salakatte is 606286. The village covers a total geographical area of 750.12 hectares and falls under the 577002 pincode. Davangere is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Salakatte village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Harihar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Davanagere Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Salakatte
As per Census 2011, Salakatte village has a total population of 1,945 people, consisting of 1,006 males and 939 females. The village has 421 households and a sex ratio of 933 females per 1,000 males. There are 193 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,227 literate and 718 illiterate residents. Additionally, 301 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 398 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Salakatte are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,945 | 1,006 | 939 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 193 | 102 | 91 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 301 | 167 | 134 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 398 | 208 | 190 |
| Literate Population | 1,227 | 685 | 542 |
| Illiterate Population | 718 | 321 | 397 |
Nearby Villages of Salakatte
Salakatte 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jarikatte | South-East | 2.47 km |
| Mittlakatte | East | 2.57 km |
| Kadlegondi | South-West | 3.25 km |
| Devarabelakere | South-West | 3.59 km |
| Bannikodu | North-West | 3.97 km |
| Halebathi | North | 4.08 km |
| Mudahadadi | South | 4.17 km |
| Naganur | East | 5.04 km |
| Salaganahalli | West | 5.12 km |
| Shamshipura | North-West | 5.36 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Salakatte
Salakatte is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Amravathi Colony, while the nearest airport is Vijayanagar Aerodrome (jsw), situated at an approximate aerial distance of 90.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Davangere to Salakatte is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Davanagere to Salakatte is about 12 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Salakatte
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salakatte village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Salakatte
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salakatte village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Salakatte
Where is Salakatte located?
Salakatte village is located in Harihar Taluka, Davanagere district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salakatte?
The Gram Panchayat of Salakatte is Salkatte.
What is the pincode of Salakatte?
The pincode of Salakatte is 577002.
What is the population of Salakatte?
Salakatte has a total population of 1,945, including 1,006 males and 939 females.
How many households are there in Salakatte?
There are 421 households in Salakatte.
What is the literacy rate in Salakatte?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salakatte is 63.08%. Male literacy is 68.09% and female literacy is 57.72%.