Kathige - Honnali, Davanagere
Kathige is a village situated in the Honnali taluka of Davanagere district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Honnali and around 66 km from the district headquarters in Davanagere. Kathige village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kathige is 606758. The village covers a total geographical area of 1651.87 hectares and falls under the 577223 pincode. Honnali is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Kathige village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Honnali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Davanagere Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kathige
As per Census 2011, Kathige village has a total population of 1,898 people, consisting of 947 males and 951 females. The village has 419 households and a sex ratio of 1,004 females per 1,000 males. There are 196 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,328 literate and 570 illiterate residents. Additionally, 142 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 180 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kathige are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,898 | 947 | 951 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 196 | 95 | 101 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 142 | 66 | 76 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 180 | 93 | 87 |
| Literate Population | 1,328 | 754 | 574 |
| Illiterate Population | 570 | 193 | 377 |
Nearby Villages of Kathige
Kathige 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Madenahalli | East | 2.04 km |
| Jakkinakoppa | South-West | 3.16 km |
| Baluru | West | 3.45 km |
| Jeenahalli | South | 3.81 km |
| Dodderahalli | East | 4.17 km |
| Aralehalli | South-West | 4.30 km |
| Hanumapura | South-East | 4.56 km |
| Chikkerahalli | East | 4.61 km |
| Somanamallapura | North-East | 4.67 km |
| Boodihalu | South-East | 4.96 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kathige
Kathige is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Harnahalli, while the nearest airport is Hubli Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 102.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Honnali to Kathige is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Davanagere to Kathige is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kathige
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kathige 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kathige
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kathige village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kathige
Where is Kathige located?
Kathige village is located in Honnali Taluka, Davanagere district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kathige?
Kathige is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kathige?
The pincode of Kathige is 577223.
What is the population of Kathige?
Kathige has a total population of 1,898, including 947 males and 951 females.
How many households are there in Kathige?
There are 419 households in Kathige.
What is the literacy rate in Kathige?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kathige is 69.97%. Male literacy is 79.62% and female literacy is 60.36%.