Sunkadakatte - Honnali, Davanagere
Sunkadakatte is a village situated in the Honnali taluka of Davanagere district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Honnali and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Davanagere. Arabhagatta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sunkadakatte village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sunkadakatte is 606822. The village covers a total geographical area of 356.22 hectares and falls under the 577217 pincode. Honnali is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Sunkadakatte 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 Sunkadakatte
According to the 2011 Census, Sunkadakatte village had a total population of 1,110 people, including 570 males and 540 females, living in 252 households. The sex ratio was 947 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.33%, with male literacy at 84.63% and female literacy at 56.97%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 177, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 18.
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 | 1,110 | 570 | 540 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 95 | 43 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 177 | 91 | 86 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 18 | 13 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 724 | 446 | 278 |
| Illiterate Population | 386 | 124 | 262 |
Nearby Villages of Sunkadakatte
Sunkadakatte 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Maragondanahalli | North | 1.17 km |
| Malladevarakatte | West | 1.94 km |
| Didagur | East | 2.16 km |
| Hiremata | North-West | 2.22 km |
| Arabagatte | South-West | 2.25 km |
| Devanayakanahalli | North-East | 2.36 km |
| Honnali(rural) | North | 2.78 km |
| Haralahalli | South-East | 3.46 km |
| H.kadadakatte | West | 3.63 km |
| Anjanapura | North | 3.77 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sunkadakatte
Sunkadakatte is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Konagavalli Halt, while the nearest airport is Hubli Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 108.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Sunkadakatte is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Davanagere to Sunkadakatte is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sunkadakatte
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sunkadakatte village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sunkadakatte
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sunkadakatte 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sunkadakatte
Where is Sunkadakatte located?
Sunkadakatte village is located in Honnali Taluka, Davanagere district, Karnataka, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sunkadakatte?
The Gram Panchayat of Sunkadakatte is Arabhagatta.
What is the pincode of Sunkadakatte?
The pincode of Sunkadakatte is 577217.
What is the population of Sunkadakatte?
Sunkadakatte had a total population of 1,110, including 570 males and 540 females.
How many households are there in Sunkadakatte?
Sunkadakatte had 252 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sunkadakatte?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sunkadakatte was 71.33%. Male literacy was 84.63% and female literacy was 56.97%.