Gurusiddapura Village - Jagalur, Davanagere
Gurusiddapura is a village situated in the Jagalur taluka of Davanagere district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 33 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jagalur and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Davanagere. Gurusiddapura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gurusiddapura is 606374. The village covers a total geographical area of 2288.31 hectares and falls under the 577513 pincode. Jagalur is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Gurusiddapura 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 Gurusiddapura
As per Census 2011, Gurusiddapura village has a total population of 2,849 people, consisting of 1,444 males and 1,405 females. The village has 548 households and a sex ratio of 972 females per 1,000 males. There are 336 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,394 literate and 1,455 illiterate residents. Additionally, 878 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,125 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gurusiddapura are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,849 | 1,444 | 1,405 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 336 | 170 | 166 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 878 | 439 | 439 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,125 | 592 | 533 |
| Literate Population | 1,394 | 837 | 557 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,455 | 607 | 848 |
Nearby Villages of Gurusiddapura
Gurusiddapura 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rangaiahnadurga | South-West | 2.13 km |
| Jadanakatte | West | 3.31 km |
| Thoolahalli | North-East | 4.01 km |
| Varavenahalli | South-West | 4.01 km |
| Challakatte | South | 4.02 km |
| Yerlakatte | East | 4.59 km |
| Magadi | North-West | 5.10 km |
| Urlakatte | South | 5.34 km |
| Gowdikatte | South-East | 5.51 km |
| Siddaiahnakote | West | 5.83 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gurusiddapura
Gurusiddapura 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 56.8 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 Gurusiddapura is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Davanagere to Gurusiddapura is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gurusiddapura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gurusiddapura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Gurusiddapura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gurusiddapura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gurusiddapura
Where is Gurusiddapura located?
Gurusiddapura village is located in Jagalur Taluka, Davanagere district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gurusiddapura?
Gurusiddapura is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gurusiddapura?
The pincode of Gurusiddapura is 577513.
What is the population of Gurusiddapura?
Gurusiddapura has a total population of 2,849, including 1,444 males and 1,405 females.
How many households are there in Gurusiddapura?
There are 548 households in Gurusiddapura.
What is the literacy rate in Gurusiddapura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gurusiddapura is 48.93%. Male literacy is 57.96% and female literacy is 39.64%.