Pallagatte Village - Jagalur, Davanagere
Pallagatte is a village situated in the Jagalur taluka of Davanagere district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jagalur and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Davanagere. Pallagatte village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pallagatte is 606428. The village covers a total geographical area of 784.94 hectares and falls under the 577513 pincode. Jagalur is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Pallagatte 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 Pallagatte
As per Census 2011, Pallagatte village has a total population of 3,402 people, consisting of 1,702 males and 1,700 females. The village has 755 households and a sex ratio of 998 females per 1,000 males. There are 401 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,319 literate and 1,083 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,325 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 251 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pallagatte are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,402 | 1,702 | 1,700 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 401 | 209 | 192 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,325 | 650 | 675 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 251 | 128 | 123 |
| Literate Population | 2,319 | 1,270 | 1,049 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,083 | 432 | 651 |
Nearby Villages of Pallagatte
Pallagatte 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kenchammanagathihalli | North-West | 1.75 km |
| Masanikatte | South-West | 2.62 km |
| Kallenahalli | South-East | 2.65 km |
| Chikkaurlakatte | North-East | 3.15 km |
| Gode | East | 3.24 km |
| Diddige | North-West | 3.41 km |
| Tharehalli | North-East | 3.61 km |
| Urlakatte | North | 3.73 km |
| Obalapura | South-West | 3.82 km |
| Suragondanahalli | South | 4.05 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pallagatte
Pallagatte 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 62.5 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 Pallagatte is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Davanagere to Pallagatte is about 40 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 Pallagatte
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pallagatte village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Pallagatte
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pallagatte village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pallagatte
Where is Pallagatte located?
Pallagatte village is located in Jagalur Taluka, Davanagere district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pallagatte?
Pallagatte is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pallagatte?
The pincode of Pallagatte is 577513.
What is the population of Pallagatte?
Pallagatte has a total population of 3,402, including 1,702 males and 1,700 females.
How many households are there in Pallagatte?
There are 755 households in Pallagatte.
What is the literacy rate in Pallagatte?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pallagatte is 68.17%. Male literacy is 74.62% and female literacy is 61.71%.