Dusagi - Haliyal, Uttara Kannada
Dusagi is a village situated in the Haliyal taluka of Uttara Kannada district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Haliyal and around 138 km from the district headquarters in Karwar. Madnalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dusagi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dusagi is 602836. The village covers a total geographical area of 481.33 hectares and falls under the 581356 pincode. Alnavar is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Dusagi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Haliyal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Uttara Kannada Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dusagi
As per Census 2011, Dusagi village has a total population of 1,535 people, consisting of 793 males and 742 females. The village has 285 households and a sex ratio of 935 females per 1,000 males. There are 210 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 875 literate and 660 illiterate residents. Additionally, 47 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dusagi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,535 | 793 | 742 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 210 | 109 | 101 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 47 | 26 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 875 | 512 | 363 |
| Illiterate Population | 660 | 281 | 379 |
Nearby Villages of Dusagi
Dusagi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Madnalli | South-West | 1.49 km |
| Homnalli | West | 2.23 km |
| Muttalmuri | South-East | 2.30 km |
| Antrolli | South | 2.85 km |
| Balageri | North-East | 3.14 km |
| Satnalli | South-West | 3.23 km |
| Arlwad | West | 3.57 km |
| Benachi | East | 3.78 km |
| Hunswad | South-West | 3.97 km |
| Pur | North-West | 4.05 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dusagi
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Dusagi. The nearest railway station is Alnavar Jn, while the nearest airport is Hubli Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 26.9 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 Alnavar to Dusagi is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Karwar to Dusagi is about 138 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dusagi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dusagi 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 Dusagi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dusagi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Dusagi
Where is Dusagi located?
Dusagi village is located in Haliyal Taluka, Uttara Kannada district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dusagi?
The Gram Panchayat of Dusagi is Madnalli.
What is the pincode of Dusagi?
The pincode of Dusagi is 581356.
What is the population of Dusagi?
Dusagi has a total population of 1,535, including 793 males and 742 females.
How many households are there in Dusagi?
There are 285 households in Dusagi.
What is the literacy rate in Dusagi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dusagi is 57.00%. Male literacy is 64.56% and female literacy is 48.92%.