Kotemallur - Honnali, Davanagere
Kotemallur is a village situated in the Honnali taluka of Davanagere district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Honnali and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Davanagere. Belimalluru serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kotemallur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kotemallur is 606780. The village covers a total geographical area of 355.67 hectares and falls under the 577217 pincode. Honnali is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Kotemallur 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 Kotemallur
As per Census 2011, Kotemallur village has a total population of 1,304 people, consisting of 659 males and 645 females. The village has 290 households and a sex ratio of 978 females per 1,000 males. There are 159 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 720 literate and 584 illiterate residents. Additionally, 216 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 73 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kotemallur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,304 | 659 | 645 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 159 | 77 | 82 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 216 | 107 | 109 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 73 | 37 | 36 |
| Literate Population | 720 | 425 | 295 |
| Illiterate Population | 584 | 234 | 350 |
Nearby Villages of Kotemallur
Kotemallur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Balleshwara | South-West | 1.41 km |
| Chickagonigere | North | 1.92 km |
| Narasimhapura | West | 2.32 km |
| Belimallur | South-East | 2.66 km |
| Konayakanahalli | South-West | 2.91 km |
| Hanumasagara | West | 3.77 km |
| Holeharalahalli | North-West | 3.88 km |
| Hiregonigere | North-East | 4.52 km |
| Anjanapura | South | 4.56 km |
| Shankaranahalli | North-West | 4.67 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kotemallur
Kotemallur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kumara Patnam Bg Sdg, while the nearest airport is Hubli Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 102.8 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 Honnali to Kotemallur is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Davanagere to Kotemallur is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kotemallur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kotemallur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kotemallur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kotemallur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kotemallur
Where is Kotemallur located?
Kotemallur village is located in Honnali Taluka, Davanagere district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kotemallur?
The Gram Panchayat of Kotemallur is Belimalluru.
What is the pincode of Kotemallur?
The pincode of Kotemallur is 577217.
What is the population of Kotemallur?
Kotemallur has a total population of 1,304, including 659 males and 645 females.
How many households are there in Kotemallur?
There are 290 households in Kotemallur.
What is the literacy rate in Kotemallur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kotemallur is 55.21%. Male literacy is 64.49% and female literacy is 45.74%.