Palanaikanakote Village - Jagalur, Davanagere
Palanaikanakote 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 30 km from the district headquarters in Davanagere. Pallagatte serves as the Gram Panchayat for Palanaikanakote village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palanaikanakote is 606439. The village covers a total geographical area of 243.15 hectares and falls under the 577553 pincode. Jagalur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Palanaikanakote 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 Palanaikanakote
As per Census 2011, Palanaikanakote village has a total population of 645 people, consisting of 336 males and 309 females. The village has 122 households and a sex ratio of 919 females per 1,000 males. There are 104 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 345 literate and 300 illiterate residents. Additionally, 30 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 613 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Palanaikanakote are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 645 | 336 | 309 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 104 | 52 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 30 | 19 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 613 | 315 | 298 |
| Literate Population | 345 | 212 | 133 |
| Illiterate Population | 300 | 124 | 176 |
Nearby Villages of Palanaikanakote
Palanaikanakote 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Meenigarahalli | South-East | 1.45 km |
| Suragondanahalli | West | 1.62 km |
| Kallenahalli | North | 1.69 km |
| Medakerehalli | South | 1.87 km |
| Borapura | South-West | 2.70 km |
| Suraddihalli | South-East | 2.98 km |
| Masanikatte | North-West | 3.60 km |
| Marikunte | West | 3.64 km |
| Mustigarahalli | East | 3.69 km |
| Ajjabommanahalli | South | 3.70 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Palanaikanakote
Palanaikanakote is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kodaganur, while the nearest airport is Vijayanagar Aerodrome (jsw), situated at an approximate aerial distance of 64.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Palanaikanakote is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Davanagere to Palanaikanakote is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palanaikanakote
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palanaikanakote 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 Palanaikanakote
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palanaikanakote 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Palanaikanakote
Where is Palanaikanakote located?
Palanaikanakote village is located in Jagalur Taluka, Davanagere district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palanaikanakote?
The Gram Panchayat of Palanaikanakote is Pallagatte.
What is the pincode of Palanaikanakote?
The pincode of Palanaikanakote is 577553.
What is the population of Palanaikanakote?
Palanaikanakote has a total population of 645, including 336 males and 309 females.
How many households are there in Palanaikanakote?
There are 122 households in Palanaikanakote.
What is the literacy rate in Palanaikanakote?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palanaikanakote is 53.49%. Male literacy is 63.10% and female literacy is 43.04%.