Didaga - Channarayapatna, Hassan
Didaga is a village situated in the Channarayapatna taluka of Hassan district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Channarayapatna and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Hassan. Didaga village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Didaga is 617316. The village covers a total geographical area of 392.31 hectares and falls under the 573141 pincode. Channarayapatna is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Didaga 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 Didaga
As per Census 2011, Didaga village has a total population of 1,091 people, consisting of 556 males and 535 females. The village has 274 households and a sex ratio of 962 females per 1,000 males. There are 111 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 809 literate and 282 illiterate residents. Additionally, 196 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 75 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Didaga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,091 | 556 | 535 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 111 | 59 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 196 | 111 | 85 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 75 | 41 | 34 |
| Literate Population | 809 | 441 | 368 |
| Illiterate Population | 282 | 115 | 167 |
Nearby Villages of Didaga
Didaga 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Karikyathanahalli | South-East | 1.49 km |
| Kanuvanaghatta | West | 1.72 km |
| Hammanahalli | East | 1.89 km |
| K.kamana Ghatta | North-West | 2.17 km |
| Nari Halli | South-West | 2.31 km |
| Ullavalli | South | 2.68 km |
| Bidarakere | North-East | 2.73 km |
| Thuppada Halli | South-West | 2.88 km |
| Gottikere | East | 2.91 km |
| Mellahalli | South-East | 3.05 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Didaga
Didaga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Aralaguppe, while the nearest airport is Mysore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 69.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Channarayapatna to Didaga is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Hassan to Didaga is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Didaga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Didaga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Didaga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Didaga 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 Didaga
Where is Didaga located?
Didaga village is located in Channarayapatna Taluka, Hassan district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Didaga?
Didaga is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Didaga?
The pincode of Didaga is 573141.
What is the population of Didaga?
Didaga has a total population of 1,091, including 556 males and 535 females.
How many households are there in Didaga?
There are 274 households in Didaga.
What is the literacy rate in Didaga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Didaga is 74.15%. Male literacy is 79.32% and female literacy is 68.79%.