Devigere - Channarayapatna, Hassan
Devigere is a village situated in the Channarayapatna taluka of Hassan district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Channarayapatna and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Hassan. Kalkere serves as the Gram Panchayat for Devigere village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devigere is 617227. The village covers a total geographical area of 532.15 hectares and falls under the 573116 pincode. Channarayapatna is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Devigere village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shravanabelagola Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hassan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Devigere
As per Census 2011, Devigere village has a total population of 1,091 people, consisting of 523 males and 568 females. The village has 266 households and a sex ratio of 1,086 females per 1,000 males. There are 85 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 676 literate and 415 illiterate residents. Additionally, 125 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 9 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Devigere are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,091 | 523 | 568 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 85 | 39 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 125 | 63 | 62 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 676 | 381 | 295 |
| Illiterate Population | 415 | 142 | 273 |
Nearby Villages of Devigere
Devigere 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kalkere | West | 1.54 km |
| Soppinahalli | South-East | 1.80 km |
| Sorekaipura | South-West | 1.87 km |
| Nettikere | South-East | 2.17 km |
| J.madihalli | North-East | 2.38 km |
| Tenkanahalli | East | 2.52 km |
| Tavarekere | East | 3.01 km |
| Jambur | North-East | 3.10 km |
| Vaddarahalli | West | 3.26 km |
| Somalapura | South-East | 3.38 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Devigere
Public transport in the Devigere is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sravanur, while the nearest airport is Mysore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 65.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Channarayapatna to Devigere is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hassan to Devigere is about 43 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 Devigere
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Devigere village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Devigere
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Devigere village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Devigere
Where is Devigere located?
Devigere village is located in Channarayapatna Taluka, Hassan district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Devigere?
The Gram Panchayat of Devigere is Kalkere.
What is the pincode of Devigere?
The pincode of Devigere is 573116.
What is the population of Devigere?
Devigere has a total population of 1,091, including 523 males and 568 females.
How many households are there in Devigere?
There are 266 households in Devigere.
What is the literacy rate in Devigere?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devigere is 61.96%. Male literacy is 72.85% and female literacy is 51.94%.