Santhemuddapura Village - Jagalur, Davanagere
Santhemuddapura is a village situated in the Jagalur taluka of Davanagere district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jagalur and around 64 km from the district headquarters in Davanagere. Bistuvalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Santhemuddapura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Santhemuddapura is 606523. The village covers a total geographical area of 804.88 hectares and falls under the 577521 pincode. Jagalur is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Santhemuddapura 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 Santhemuddapura
As per Census 2011, Santhemuddapura village has a total population of 1,249 people, consisting of 645 males and 604 females. The village has 219 households and a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males. There are 194 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 564 literate and 685 illiterate residents. Additionally, 37 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 189 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Santhemuddapura are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,249 | 645 | 604 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 194 | 102 | 92 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 37 | 21 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 189 | 98 | 91 |
| Literate Population | 564 | 316 | 248 |
| Illiterate Population | 685 | 329 | 356 |
Nearby Villages of Santhemuddapura
Santhemuddapura 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Somanahalli | North-West | 2.20 km |
| Rastemakunte | North-East | 2.34 km |
| Gollarahalli | South-West | 2.78 km |
| Mathadadyamavvanahalli | South-East | 3.21 km |
| Bidarakere | South-East | 3.71 km |
| Guttidurga | North-West | 3.71 km |
| Bistuvalli | North-East | 3.78 km |
| Kortikere | North | 3.90 km |
| Kalgere | West | 4.90 km |
| Hullehal | South | 4.92 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Santhemuddapura
Santhemuddapura 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 69.1 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 Santhemuddapura is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Davanagere to Santhemuddapura is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Santhemuddapura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Santhemuddapura 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 Santhemuddapura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Santhemuddapura 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 Santhemuddapura
Where is Santhemuddapura located?
Santhemuddapura village is located in Jagalur Taluka, Davanagere district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Santhemuddapura?
The Gram Panchayat of Santhemuddapura is Bistuvalli.
What is the pincode of Santhemuddapura?
The pincode of Santhemuddapura is 577521.
What is the population of Santhemuddapura?
Santhemuddapura has a total population of 1,249, including 645 males and 604 females.
How many households are there in Santhemuddapura?
There are 219 households in Santhemuddapura.
What is the literacy rate in Santhemuddapura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Santhemuddapura is 45.16%. Male literacy is 48.99% and female literacy is 41.06%.