Giddanakatte Village - 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 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 Giddanakatte
As per Census 2011, Giddanakatte village has a total population of 991 people, consisting of 525 males and 466 females. The village has 214 households and a sex ratio of 887 females per 1,000 males. There are 105 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 609 literate and 382 illiterate residents. Additionally, 63 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 416 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Giddanakatte are given below:
| Particulars | 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 has a total population of 991, including 525 males and 466 females.
How many households are there in Giddanakatte?
There are 214 households in Giddanakatte.
What is the literacy rate in Giddanakatte?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Giddanakatte is 61.45%. Male literacy is 73.14% and female literacy is 48.28%.