Gadimakunte Village - Jagalur, Davanagere
Gadimakunte is a village situated in the Jagalur taluka of Davanagere district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jagalur and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Davanagere. Hosakere serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gadimakunte village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gadimakunte is 606405. The village covers a total geographical area of 1139.99 hectares and falls under the 577528 pincode. Jagalur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Gadimakunte village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jagalur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Davanagere Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gadimakunte
As per Census 2011, Gadimakunte village has a total population of 1,748 people, consisting of 870 males and 878 females. The village has 379 households and a sex ratio of 1,009 females per 1,000 males. There are 211 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 876 literate and 872 illiterate residents. Additionally, 255 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 666 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gadimakunte are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,748 | 870 | 878 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 211 | 112 | 99 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 255 | 124 | 131 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 666 | 323 | 343 |
| Literate Population | 876 | 519 | 357 |
| Illiterate Population | 872 | 351 | 521 |
Nearby Villages of Gadimakunte
Gadimakunte 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gopalapura | West | 2.08 km |
| Chikka-ujjini | East | 2.65 km |
| Medakerihalli | South-East | 2.92 km |
| Lakkampura | South-West | 3.02 km |
| Venkatapura | South | 3.26 km |
| Thumbinakatte | South-East | 3.29 km |
| Medakeripura | West | 3.41 km |
| Chikkabantanahalli | West | 3.69 km |
| Gowripura | South-East | 4.22 km |
| Krishnapura | South | 4.29 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gadimakunte
Gadimakunte is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kotturu, while the nearest airport is Vijayanagar Aerodrome (jsw), situated at an approximate aerial distance of 51.0 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 Jagalur to Gadimakunte is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Davanagere to Gadimakunte is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gadimakunte
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gadimakunte village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gadimakunte
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gadimakunte village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Gadimakunte
Where is Gadimakunte located?
Gadimakunte village is located in Jagalur Taluka, Davanagere district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gadimakunte?
The Gram Panchayat of Gadimakunte is Hosakere.
What is the pincode of Gadimakunte?
The pincode of Gadimakunte is 577528.
What is the population of Gadimakunte?
Gadimakunte has a total population of 1,748, including 870 males and 878 females.
How many households are there in Gadimakunte?
There are 379 households in Gadimakunte.
What is the literacy rate in Gadimakunte?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gadimakunte is 50.11%. Male literacy is 59.66% and female literacy is 40.66%.