Devathikoppa - Sorab, Shivamogga
Devathikoppa is a village situated in the Sorab taluka of Shivamogga district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 9 km from Sorab and around 90 km from Shimoga. Andige serves as the Gram Panchayat for Devathikoppa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devathikoppa is 607576. The village covers a total geographical area of 147.76 hectares and falls under the 577429 pincode. Sorab is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Devathikoppa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sorab Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shivamogga Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Devathikoppa
According to the 2011 Census, Devathikoppa village had a total population of 450 people, including 228 males and 222 females, living in 113 households. The sex ratio was 974 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.74%, with male literacy at 89.62% and female literacy at 67.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 5.
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 | 450 | 228 | 222 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 16 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 326 | 190 | 136 |
| Illiterate Population | 124 | 38 | 86 |
Nearby Villages of Devathikoppa
Devathikoppa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hunsekatte | East | 1.35 km |
| Sahasravalli | North | 1.46 km |
| Uraganahalli | South | 1.49 km |
| Hiriyavali | West | 1.59 km |
| Guddadahosalli | South-East | 2.49 km |
| Chikkavali | North-West | 2.70 km |
| Andige | South | 3.25 km |
| Uppalli | West | 3.27 km |
| Channapura | South-East | 3.33 km |
| Haragi | North-East | 3.52 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Devathikoppa
Devathikoppa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Balegundi, while the nearest airport is Hubli Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 81.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sorab to Devathikoppa is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shimoga to Devathikoppa is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Devathikoppa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Devathikoppa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Devathikoppa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Devathikoppa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Devathikoppa
Where is Devathikoppa located?
Devathikoppa village is located in Sorab Taluka, Shivamogga district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Devathikoppa?
The Gram Panchayat of Devathikoppa is Andige.
What is the pincode of Devathikoppa?
The pincode of Devathikoppa is 577429.
What is the population of Devathikoppa?
Devathikoppa had a total population of 450, including 228 males and 222 females.
How many households are there in Devathikoppa?
Devathikoppa had 113 households.
What is the literacy rate in Devathikoppa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devathikoppa was 78.74%. Male literacy was 89.62% and female literacy was 67.33%.