Sangameshwar - Kalghatgi, Dharwad
Sangameshwar is a village situated in the Kalghatgi taluka of Dharwad district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalghatgi and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Dharwad. Sangameshwar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sangameshwar is 602473. The village covers a total geographical area of 813.34 hectares and falls under the 581204 pincode. Haliyal is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Sangameshwar 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 Sangameshwar
As per Census 2011, Sangameshwar village has a total population of 2,151 people, consisting of 1,109 males and 1,042 females. The village has 423 households and a sex ratio of 939 females per 1,000 males. There are 275 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,300 literate and 851 illiterate residents. Additionally, 125 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 16 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sangameshwar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,151 | 1,109 | 1,042 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 275 | 140 | 135 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 125 | 64 | 61 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 11 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 1,300 | 777 | 523 |
| Illiterate Population | 851 | 332 | 519 |
Nearby Villages of Sangameshwar
Sangameshwar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hampehalli | North-West | 2.35 km |
| Mavinkop | West | 2.83 km |
| Hatakinhal | South-East | 3.02 km |
| Sulikatti | South-East | 3.16 km |
| Kalakundi | East | 4.16 km |
| Kudalgi | North-East | 4.50 km |
| Dimbavalli | South | 4.63 km |
| Tattigeri | West | 4.83 km |
| Kawalwad | North | 5.09 km |
| Masalikatti | South | 5.48 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sangameshwar
Sangameshwar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kyarkop, while the nearest airport is Hubli Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 22.9 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 Haliyal to Sangameshwar is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dharwad to Sangameshwar is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sangameshwar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sangameshwar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sangameshwar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sangameshwar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sangameshwar
Where is Sangameshwar located?
Sangameshwar village is located in Kalghatgi Taluka, Dharwad district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sangameshwar?
Sangameshwar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sangameshwar?
The pincode of Sangameshwar is 581204.
What is the population of Sangameshwar?
Sangameshwar has a total population of 2,151, including 1,109 males and 1,042 females.
How many households are there in Sangameshwar?
There are 423 households in Sangameshwar.
What is the literacy rate in Sangameshwar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sangameshwar is 60.44%. Male literacy is 70.06% and female literacy is 50.19%.