Urlakatte Village - Jagalur, Davanagere
Urlakatte is a village situated in the Jagalur taluka of Davanagere district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jagalur and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Davanagere. Diddige serves as the Gram Panchayat for Urlakatte village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Urlakatte is 606424. The village covers a total geographical area of 1167.04 hectares and falls under the 577513 pincode. Jagalur is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Urlakatte 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 Urlakatte
As per Census 2011, Urlakatte village has a total population of 840 people, consisting of 413 males and 427 females. The village has 187 households and a sex ratio of 1,033 females per 1,000 males. There are 89 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 622 literate and 218 illiterate residents. Additionally, 157 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 122 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Urlakatte are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 840 | 413 | 427 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 89 | 43 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 157 | 75 | 82 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 122 | 54 | 68 |
| Literate Population | 622 | 330 | 292 |
| Illiterate Population | 218 | 83 | 135 |
Nearby Villages of Urlakatte
Urlakatte 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chikkaurlakatte | South-East | 1.02 km |
| Challakatte | North-West | 2.16 km |
| Tharehalli | South-East | 2.91 km |
| Kenchammanagathihalli | South-West | 3.04 km |
| Guddanaikanahalli | West | 3.55 km |
| Rangaiahnadurga | North | 3.63 km |
| Gowdikatte | East | 3.66 km |
| Pallagatte | South | 3.73 km |
| Varavenahalli | North-West | 3.96 km |
| Diddige | South-West | 4.05 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Urlakatte
Urlakatte 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 59.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jagalur to Urlakatte is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Davanagere to Urlakatte is about 33 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 Urlakatte
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Urlakatte village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Urlakatte
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Urlakatte 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Urlakatte
Where is Urlakatte located?
Urlakatte village is located in Jagalur Taluka, Davanagere district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Urlakatte?
The Gram Panchayat of Urlakatte is Diddige.
What is the pincode of Urlakatte?
The pincode of Urlakatte is 577513.
What is the population of Urlakatte?
Urlakatte has a total population of 840, including 413 males and 427 females.
How many households are there in Urlakatte?
There are 187 households in Urlakatte.
What is the literacy rate in Urlakatte?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Urlakatte is 74.05%. Male literacy is 79.90% and female literacy is 68.38%.