Devikoppa - Kalghatgi, Dharwad
Devikoppa is a village situated in the Kalghatgi taluka of Dharwad district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalghatgi and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Dharwad. Devikoppa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devikoppa is 602480. The village covers a total geographical area of 3285.41 hectares and falls under the 581204 pincode. Kalghatgi is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Devikoppa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kalghatgi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dharwad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Devikoppa
As per Census 2011, Devikoppa village has a total population of 4,741 people, consisting of 2,392 males and 2,349 females. The village has 975 households and a sex ratio of 982 females per 1,000 males. There are 745 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,842 literate and 1,899 illiterate residents. Additionally, 430 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 162 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Devikoppa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,741 | 2,392 | 2,349 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 745 | 386 | 359 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 430 | 210 | 220 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 162 | 76 | 86 |
| Literate Population | 2,842 | 1,618 | 1,224 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,899 | 774 | 1,125 |
Nearby Villages of Devikoppa
Devikoppa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Junjanbail | South-West | 2.43 km |
| Galaginakatti | North-East | 2.75 km |
| Singanahalli | South-East | 2.99 km |
| Tambur | South | 3.91 km |
| Masalikatti | West | 4.01 km |
| Hanamapur | East | 4.05 km |
| Aladakatti | South-East | 4.39 km |
| Sulikatti | North-West | 4.82 km |
| Hatakinhal | North-West | 5.16 km |
| Belavantra | East | 5.51 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Devikoppa
Devikoppa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Hubli Jn, while the nearest airport is Hubli Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 23.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Kalghatgi to Devikoppa is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dharwad to Devikoppa is about 42 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 Devikoppa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Devikoppa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Devikoppa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Devikoppa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Devikoppa
Where is Devikoppa located?
Devikoppa village is located in Kalghatgi Taluka, Dharwad district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Devikoppa?
Devikoppa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Devikoppa?
The pincode of Devikoppa is 581204.
What is the population of Devikoppa?
Devikoppa has a total population of 4,741, including 2,392 males and 2,349 females.
How many households are there in Devikoppa?
There are 975 households in Devikoppa.
What is the literacy rate in Devikoppa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devikoppa is 59.95%. Male literacy is 67.64% and female literacy is 52.11%.