Puttanamane - Sirsi, Uttara Kannada
Puttanamane is a village situated in the Sirsi taluka of Uttara Kannada district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sirsi and around 116 km from the district headquarters in Karwar. Huttagaar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Puttanamane village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Puttanamane is 603149. The village covers a total geographical area of 403.59 hectares and falls under the 581402 pincode. Sirsi is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Puttanamane village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sirsi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Uttara Kannada Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Puttanamane
As per Census 2011, Puttanamane village has a total population of 1,176 people, consisting of 609 males and 567 females. The village has 286 households and a sex ratio of 931 females per 1,000 males. There are 89 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,041 literate and 135 illiterate residents. Additionally, 117 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Puttanamane are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,176 | 609 | 567 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 89 | 50 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 117 | 67 | 50 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,041 | 542 | 499 |
| Illiterate Population | 135 | 67 | 68 |
Nearby Villages of Puttanamane
Puttanamane 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Harepal | North-West | 1.93 km |
| Hutgar | West | 2.30 km |
| Dasangadde | North | 2.31 km |
| Chipgi | East | 2.54 km |
| Manajavalli | South-West | 3.09 km |
| Devarkoppa | West | 3.25 km |
| Somanalli | North-East | 3.26 km |
| Sirsi (rural) | South-East | 3.52 km |
| Itaguli | West | 4.22 km |
| Landakanahalli | East | 4.33 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Puttanamane
Puttanamane is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kanale, while the nearest airport is Hubli Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 65.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Sirsi to Puttanamane is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Karwar to Puttanamane is about 116 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Puttanamane
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Puttanamane village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Puttanamane
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Puttanamane village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Puttanamane
Where is Puttanamane located?
Puttanamane village is located in Sirsi Taluka, Uttara Kannada district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Puttanamane?
The Gram Panchayat of Puttanamane is Huttagaar.
What is the pincode of Puttanamane?
The pincode of Puttanamane is 581402.
What is the population of Puttanamane?
Puttanamane has a total population of 1,176, including 609 males and 567 females.
How many households are there in Puttanamane?
There are 286 households in Puttanamane.
What is the literacy rate in Puttanamane?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Puttanamane is 88.52%. Male literacy is 89.00% and female literacy is 88.01%.