Thoranagatte - Jagalur, Davanagere
Thoranagatte is a village situated in the Jagalur taluka of Davanagere district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jagalur and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Davanagere. Thoranagatte village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thoranagatte is 606533. The village covers a total geographical area of 213.72 hectares and falls under the 577521 pincode. Jagalur is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Thoranagatte 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 Thoranagatte
As per Census 2011, Thoranagatte village has a total population of 2,691 people, consisting of 1,398 males and 1,293 females. The village has 551 households and a sex ratio of 924 females per 1,000 males. There are 269 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,896 literate and 795 illiterate residents. Additionally, 204 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 55 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Thoranagatte are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,691 | 1,398 | 1,293 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 269 | 134 | 135 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 204 | 104 | 100 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 55 | 23 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 1,896 | 1,111 | 785 |
| Illiterate Population | 795 | 287 | 508 |
Nearby Villages of Thoranagatte
Thoranagatte 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Maddarasanakatte | North-West | 1.52 km |
| Gowrammanahalli | South | 1.74 km |
| Jammapura | North | 2.40 km |
| Guheswaranahalli | South-West | 2.49 km |
| Sangenahalli | South-East | 2.83 km |
| Arasinagundi | North-West | 2.86 km |
| Kalledevarapura | East | 3.38 km |
| Kattigehalli | West | 3.48 km |
| Dyamalinganahalli | North-East | 3.56 km |
| Honnamaradi | North-East | 4.22 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Thoranagatte
Thoranagatte is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Chitradurg, while the nearest airport is Vijayanagar Aerodrome (jsw), situated at an approximate aerial distance of 66.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jagalur to Thoranagatte is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Davanagere to Thoranagatte is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thoranagatte
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thoranagatte village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Thoranagatte
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thoranagatte village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Thoranagatte
Where is Thoranagatte located?
Thoranagatte village is located in Jagalur Taluka, Davanagere district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thoranagatte?
Thoranagatte is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Thoranagatte?
The pincode of Thoranagatte is 577521.
What is the population of Thoranagatte?
Thoranagatte has a total population of 2,691, including 1,398 males and 1,293 females.
How many households are there in Thoranagatte?
There are 551 households in Thoranagatte.
What is the literacy rate in Thoranagatte?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thoranagatte is 70.46%. Male literacy is 79.47% and female literacy is 60.71%.