Gudisagar - Navalgund, Dharwad
Gudisagar is a village situated in the Navalgund taluka of Dharwad district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Navalgund and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Dharwad. Gudisagar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gudisagar is 602348. The village covers a total geographical area of 3000.75 hectares and falls under the 582208 pincode. Navalgund is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Gudisagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Navalgund Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dharwad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gudisagar
As per Census 2011, Gudisagar village has a total population of 2,109 people, consisting of 1,067 males and 1,042 females. The village has 427 households and a sex ratio of 976 females per 1,000 males. There are 264 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,373 literate and 736 illiterate residents. Additionally, 134 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gudisagar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,109 | 1,067 | 1,042 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 264 | 130 | 134 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 134 | 70 | 64 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,373 | 810 | 563 |
| Illiterate Population | 736 | 257 | 479 |
Nearby Villages of Gudisagar
Gudisagar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Naganur | North | 3.88 km |
| Khannur | East | 4.20 km |
| Bhoganur | North-East | 4.57 km |
| Sotakanal | North | 5.19 km |
| Belavatagi | West | 5.61 km |
| Navalli | South-East | 6.52 km |
| Kadadahalli | North | 6.94 km |
| Arahatti | North | 7.52 km |
| Naikanur | North-East | 7.53 km |
| Amaragol | North-West | 7.65 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gudisagar
Public transport in the Gudisagar is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Annigeri, while the nearest airport is Hubli Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 33.1 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 Navalgund to Gudisagar is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dharwad to Gudisagar is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gudisagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gudisagar 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 Gudisagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gudisagar 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 Gudisagar
Where is Gudisagar located?
Gudisagar village is located in Navalgund Taluka, Dharwad district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gudisagar?
Gudisagar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gudisagar?
The pincode of Gudisagar is 582208.
What is the population of Gudisagar?
Gudisagar has a total population of 2,109, including 1,067 males and 1,042 females.
How many households are there in Gudisagar?
There are 427 households in Gudisagar.
What is the literacy rate in Gudisagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gudisagar is 65.10%. Male literacy is 75.91% and female literacy is 54.03%.