Giddanakatte - Jagalur, Davanagere
Giddanakatte is a village situated in the Jagalur taluka of Davanagere district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jagalur and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Davanagere. Kechhenahalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Giddanakatte village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Giddanakatte is 606420. The village covers a total geographical area of 449.37 hectares and falls under the 577528 pincode. Jagalur is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Giddanakatte village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President 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 Giddanakatte
According to the 2011 Census, Giddanakatte village had a total population of 991 people, including 525 males and 466 females, living in 214 households. The sex ratio was 888 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.74%, with male literacy at 82.94% and female literacy at 53.19%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 63, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 416.
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 | 991 | 525 | 466 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 105 | 62 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 63 | 37 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 416 | 211 | 205 |
| Literate Population | 609 | 384 | 225 |
| Illiterate Population | 382 | 141 | 241 |
Nearby Villages of Giddanakatte
Giddanakatte 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Malammanahalli | South | 2.18 km |
| Rastemachikere | South | 2.21 km |
| Byranaikanahalli | West | 2.22 km |
| Chikkammanahatti | North | 2.25 km |
| Jagalur Rural | East | 3.27 km |
| Baggenahalli | South-West | 3.57 km |
| Bullanahalli | South | 3.63 km |
| Huchapalanahalli | North-West | 4.34 km |
| Channapura | West | 4.38 km |
| Rangapura | North-East | 4.46 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Giddanakatte
Giddanakatte is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Chitradurg, while the nearest airport is Vijayanagar Aerodrome (jsw), situated at an approximate aerial distance of 61.3 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 Giddanakatte is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Davanagere to Giddanakatte is about 50 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 Giddanakatte
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Giddanakatte village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Giddanakatte
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Giddanakatte 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 Giddanakatte
Where is Giddanakatte located?
Giddanakatte village is located in Jagalur Taluka, Davanagere district, Karnataka, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Giddanakatte?
The Gram Panchayat of Giddanakatte is Kechhenahalli.
What is the pincode of Giddanakatte?
The pincode of Giddanakatte is 577528.
What is the population of Giddanakatte?
Giddanakatte had a total population of 991, including 525 males and 466 females.
How many households are there in Giddanakatte?
Giddanakatte had 214 households.
What is the literacy rate in Giddanakatte?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Giddanakatte was 68.74%. Male literacy was 82.94% and female literacy was 53.19%.