Rastemakunte Village - Jagalur, Davanagere
Rastemakunte is a village situated in the Jagalur taluka of Davanagere district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jagalur and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Davanagere. Biderakere serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rastemakunte village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rastemakunte is 606526. The village covers a total geographical area of 388.92 hectares and falls under the 577521 pincode. Jagalur is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Rastemakunte 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 Rastemakunte
As per Census 2011, Rastemakunte village has a total population of 1,228 people, consisting of 645 males and 583 females. The village has 262 households and a sex ratio of 903 females per 1,000 males. There are 133 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 794 literate and 434 illiterate residents. Additionally, 237 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rastemakunte are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,228 | 645 | 583 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 133 | 80 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 237 | 127 | 110 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 794 | 447 | 347 |
| Illiterate Population | 434 | 198 | 236 |
Nearby Villages of Rastemakunte
Rastemakunte 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bistuvalli | North | 2.07 km |
| Santhemuddapura | South-West | 2.34 km |
| Bidarakere | South-East | 2.88 km |
| Somanahalli | West | 3.35 km |
| Nibagur | South-East | 3.42 km |
| Kattigehalli | East | 3.75 km |
| Mathadadyamavvanahalli | South | 3.92 km |
| Kullobanahalli | North | 3.93 km |
| Kortikere | North-West | 4.20 km |
| Kasturipura | North | 4.37 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Rastemakunte
Rastemakunte 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 67.8 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 Rastemakunte is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Davanagere to Rastemakunte 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 Rastemakunte
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rastemakunte village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Rastemakunte
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rastemakunte 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Rastemakunte
Where is Rastemakunte located?
Rastemakunte village is located in Jagalur Taluka, Davanagere district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rastemakunte?
The Gram Panchayat of Rastemakunte is Biderakere.
What is the pincode of Rastemakunte?
The pincode of Rastemakunte is 577521.
What is the population of Rastemakunte?
Rastemakunte has a total population of 1,228, including 645 males and 583 females.
How many households are there in Rastemakunte?
There are 262 households in Rastemakunte.
What is the literacy rate in Rastemakunte?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rastemakunte is 64.66%. Male literacy is 69.30% and female literacy is 59.52%.