Yerlakatte Village - Jagalur, Davanagere
Yerlakatte is a village situated in the Jagalur taluka of Davanagere district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jagalur and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Davanagere. Sokke serves as the Gram Panchayat for Yerlakatte village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Yerlakatte is 606382. The village covers a total geographical area of 1311.02 hectares and falls under the 577528 pincode. Jagalur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Yerlakatte 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 Yerlakatte
As per Census 2011, Yerlakatte village has a total population of 1,308 people, consisting of 644 males and 664 females. The village has 279 households and a sex ratio of 1,031 females per 1,000 males. There are 148 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 792 literate and 516 illiterate residents. Additionally, 205 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 370 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Yerlakatte are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,308 | 644 | 664 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 148 | 69 | 79 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 205 | 99 | 106 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 370 | 192 | 178 |
| Literate Population | 792 | 452 | 340 |
| Illiterate Population | 516 | 192 | 324 |
Nearby Villages of Yerlakatte
Yerlakatte 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Medakeripura | East | 2.97 km |
| Katenahalli | South-East | 3.21 km |
| Sokke | North | 3.56 km |
| Gowdikatte | South | 3.80 km |
| Talavara Kariyappanahalli | South-East | 4.10 km |
| Malemachikere | South | 4.26 km |
| Chikkabantanahalli | North-East | 4.35 km |
| Gurusiddapura | West | 4.59 km |
| Gopalapura | North-East | 4.71 km |
| Lakkampura | East | 4.81 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Yerlakatte
Yerlakatte 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 54.8 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 Yerlakatte is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Davanagere to Yerlakatte is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Yerlakatte
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Yerlakatte village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Yerlakatte
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Yerlakatte village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Yerlakatte
Where is Yerlakatte located?
Yerlakatte village is located in Jagalur Taluka, Davanagere district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Yerlakatte?
The Gram Panchayat of Yerlakatte is Sokke.
What is the pincode of Yerlakatte?
The pincode of Yerlakatte is 577528.
What is the population of Yerlakatte?
Yerlakatte has a total population of 1,308, including 644 males and 664 females.
How many households are there in Yerlakatte?
There are 279 households in Yerlakatte.
What is the literacy rate in Yerlakatte?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Yerlakatte is 60.55%. Male literacy is 70.19% and female literacy is 51.20%.