Kananakatte Village - Jagalur, Davanagere
Kananakatte is a village situated in the Jagalur taluka of Davanagere district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jagalur and around 69 km from the district headquarters in Davanagere. Anabur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kananakatte village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kananakatte is 606497. The village covers a total geographical area of 586.06 hectares and falls under the 577528 pincode. Jagalur is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Kananakatte 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 Kananakatte
As per Census 2011, Kananakatte village has a total population of 1,199 people, consisting of 595 males and 604 females. The village has 243 households and a sex ratio of 1,015 females per 1,000 males. There are 138 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 774 literate and 425 illiterate residents. Additionally, 186 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,011 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kananakatte are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,199 | 595 | 604 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 138 | 66 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 186 | 86 | 100 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,011 | 507 | 504 |
| Literate Population | 774 | 439 | 335 |
| Illiterate Population | 425 | 156 | 269 |
Nearby Villages of Kananakatte
Kananakatte 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mooginachikkenahalli | North-East | 1.82 km |
| Bangarakkanagudda | South | 2.41 km |
| Badabadanahalli | West | 2.45 km |
| Huchavvanahalli | East | 3.22 km |
| Madamuthnahalli | North-East | 3.33 km |
| Anabur | North | 4.02 km |
| Thimmalapura | South-West | 4.17 km |
| Hiremallanahole | South-East | 4.19 km |
| Siddammanahalli | South | 4.27 km |
| Goguddu | West | 4.34 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kananakatte
Kananakatte is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bommagundanakere, while the nearest airport is Vijayanagar Aerodrome (jsw), situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jagalur to Kananakatte is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Davanagere to Kananakatte is about 69 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 Kananakatte
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kananakatte 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 Kananakatte
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kananakatte 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 Kananakatte
Where is Kananakatte located?
Kananakatte village is located in Jagalur Taluka, Davanagere district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kananakatte?
The Gram Panchayat of Kananakatte is Anabur.
What is the pincode of Kananakatte?
The pincode of Kananakatte is 577528.
What is the population of Kananakatte?
Kananakatte has a total population of 1,199, including 595 males and 604 females.
How many households are there in Kananakatte?
There are 243 households in Kananakatte.
What is the literacy rate in Kananakatte?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kananakatte is 64.55%. Male literacy is 73.78% and female literacy is 55.46%.