Joga - Nyamathi, Davanagere
Joga is a village situated in the Nyamathi taluka of Davanagere district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 35 km from Honnali and around 78 km from Davanagere. Chinnikatte serves as the Gram Panchayat for Joga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Joga is 606717. The village covers a total geographical area of 724.26 hectares and falls under the 577225 pincode. Honnali is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Joga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Honnali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Davanagere Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Joga
As per Census 2011, Joga village has a total population of 2,398 people, consisting of 1,227 males and 1,171 females. The village has 528 households and a sex ratio of 954 females per 1,000 males. There are 292 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,519 literate and 879 illiterate residents. Additionally, 937 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 175 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Joga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,398 | 1,227 | 1,171 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 292 | 149 | 143 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 937 | 480 | 457 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 175 | 93 | 82 |
| Literate Population | 1,519 | 824 | 695 |
| Illiterate Population | 879 | 403 | 476 |
Nearby Villages of Joga
Joga 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kakubal | North-West | 3.80 km |
| Talur | East | 5.01 km |
| Muraripur | South-East | 5.44 km |
| Kottiginahal | North-East | 5.62 km |
| Nagalapur | South-East | 6.26 km |
| Gundlavaddigeri | North-West | 6.39 km |
| Shro.gangalapur | South-East | 6.65 km |
| Dharmasagara | North | 6.91 km |
| Gadiganur | North-East | 7.34 km |
| Buvvanahalli | North-East | 7.49 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Joga
Joga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bayaluvaddigeri, while the nearest airport is Vijayanagar Aerodrome (jsw), situated at an approximate aerial distance of 7.3 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 Honnali to Joga is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Davanagere to Joga is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Joga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Joga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Joga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Joga 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 Joga
Where is Joga located?
Joga village is located in Nyamathi Taluka, Davanagere district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Joga?
The Gram Panchayat of Joga is Chinnikatte.
What is the pincode of Joga?
The pincode of Joga is 577225.
What is the population of Joga?
Joga has a total population of 2,398, including 1,227 males and 1,171 females.
How many households are there in Joga?
There are 528 households in Joga.
What is the literacy rate in Joga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Joga is 63.34%. Male literacy is 67.16% and female literacy is 59.35%.