Rastemachikere Village - Jagalur, Davanagere
Rastemachikere is a village situated in the Jagalur taluka of Davanagere district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jagalur and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Davanagere. Bistuvalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rastemachikere village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rastemachikere is 606458. The village covers a total geographical area of 392.45 hectares and falls under the 577553 pincode. Jagalur is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Rastemachikere 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 Rastemachikere
As per Census 2011, Rastemachikere village has a total population of 639 people, consisting of 330 males and 309 females. The village has 152 households and a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males. There are 54 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 492 literate and 147 illiterate residents. Additionally, 114 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 258 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rastemachikere are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 639 | 330 | 309 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 31 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 114 | 55 | 59 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 258 | 137 | 121 |
| Literate Population | 492 | 279 | 213 |
| Illiterate Population | 147 | 51 | 96 |
Nearby Villages of Rastemachikere
Rastemachikere 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bullanahalli | South | 1.49 km |
| Malammanahalli | East | 1.61 km |
| Baggenahalli | West | 2.09 km |
| Byranaikanahalli | North-West | 2.10 km |
| Giddanakatte | North | 2.21 km |
| Kullobanahalli | South | 2.81 km |
| Kasturipura | South-West | 3.22 km |
| Vysyagondanahalli | South-West | 3.25 km |
| Gopagondanahalli | South-East | 3.50 km |
| Channapura | West | 3.64 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Rastemachikere
Rastemachikere is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Haliyuru, while the nearest airport is Vijayanagar Aerodrome (jsw), situated at an approximate aerial distance of 63.0 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 Rastemachikere is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Davanagere to Rastemachikere 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 Rastemachikere
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rastemachikere village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Rastemachikere
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rastemachikere 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 Rastemachikere
Where is Rastemachikere located?
Rastemachikere village is located in Jagalur Taluka, Davanagere district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rastemachikere?
The Gram Panchayat of Rastemachikere is Bistuvalli.
What is the pincode of Rastemachikere?
The pincode of Rastemachikere is 577553.
What is the population of Rastemachikere?
Rastemachikere has a total population of 639, including 330 males and 309 females.
How many households are there in Rastemachikere?
There are 152 households in Rastemachikere.
What is the literacy rate in Rastemachikere?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rastemachikere is 77.00%. Male literacy is 84.55% and female literacy is 68.93%.