Kulagatte - Honnali, Davanagere
Kulagatte is a village situated in the Honnali taluka of Davanagere district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Honnali and around 88 km from the district headquarters in Davanagere. Kolaghatte serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kulagatte village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kulagatte is 606865. The village covers a total geographical area of 837.54 hectares and falls under the 577224 pincode. Honnali is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Kulagatte village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President 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 Kulagatte
According to the 2011 Census, Kulagatte village had a total population of 3,568 people, including 1,799 males and 1,769 females, living in 731 households. The sex ratio was 983 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.91%, with male literacy at 73.64% and female literacy at 62.18%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 458, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,053.
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 | 3,568 | 1,799 | 1,769 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 330 | 179 | 151 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 458 | 240 | 218 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,053 | 513 | 540 |
| Literate Population | 2,199 | 1,193 | 1,006 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,369 | 606 | 763 |
Nearby Villages of Kulagatte
Kulagatte 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kyasainakere | South-East | 1.62 km |
| Kamalapura | North | 1.65 km |
| Channanahalli | East | 2.13 km |
| Jalikatte | South | 2.20 km |
| Mavinakote | North-West | 2.53 km |
| Bommenahalli | West | 2.58 km |
| Hanumanahalli | North | 2.59 km |
| Hunsagatta | South | 3.28 km |
| Byranahalli | East | 3.50 km |
| Achuthapura | West | 3.68 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kulagatte
Kulagatte is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Shimoga Town, while the nearest airport is Vijayanagar Aerodrome (jsw), situated at an approximate aerial distance of 113.9 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 Kulagatte is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Davanagere to Kulagatte is about 88 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kulagatte
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kulagatte village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kulagatte
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kulagatte 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Kulagatte
Where is Kulagatte located?
Kulagatte village is located in Honnali Taluka, Davanagere district, Karnataka, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kulagatte?
The Gram Panchayat of Kulagatte is Kolaghatte.
What is the pincode of Kulagatte?
The pincode of Kulagatte is 577224.
What is the population of Kulagatte?
Kulagatte had a total population of 3,568, including 1,799 males and 1,769 females.
How many households are there in Kulagatte?
Kulagatte had 731 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kulagatte?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kulagatte was 67.91%. Male literacy was 73.64% and female literacy was 62.18%.