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 President 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
According to the 2011 Census, Didaga village had a total population of 1,091 people, including 556 males and 535 females, living in 274 households. The sex ratio was 962 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.55%, with male literacy at 88.73% and female literacy at 76.19%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 196, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 75.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| 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 had a total population of 1,091, including 556 males and 535 females.
How many households are there in Didaga?
Didaga had 274 households.
What is the literacy rate in Didaga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Didaga was 82.55%. Male literacy was 88.73% and female literacy was 76.19%.