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About Davangere - The Heart of Karnataka | History, Culture & Demography

History

Tracing the origins and heritage of Davangere

Davangere has a rich historical background, evolving from a small village to one of Karnataka's major cities. The city grew rapidly during the British era and became known for its cotton mills, earning it the title "Manchester of Karnataka". Today, Davangere is a vibrant hub of education, textiles, and culture.

Davangere became a separate district in 1997, when it was separated from the erstwhile undivided district of Chitradurga for administration conveniences. Davangere is known for rich culinary traditions which encompass the diversity of entire Karnataka's dishes due to its geographical position in the state as its centre.

Davangere history - Durga Gambika Temple heritage site

Overview

A quick glance at Davangere

Located at the heart of Karnataka, Davangere serves as an important commercial, educational, and cultural center. Famous for its Benne Dose, the city blends tradition with modern development. It is well connected by road and rail, making it a key stop in central Karnataka.

Davangere was selected as one of the hundred Indian cities to be developed as a smart city under the Central government's Smart Cities Mission. According to 2020 human living index, it was selected as the top 9th most livable city with a population under 10 million in India.

Famous for Benne Dose

Textile Industry

Educational Hub

Agro-processing

Davangere overview - City landscape and development

Demography

Updated statistical overview of Davanagere (2025 Estimate)

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Davanagere City Population (2025 Est.)

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Davanagere District Population (2025 Est.)

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Literacy Rate (2025 Est.)

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Sex Ratio (F:M)

Population Growth Trend

Davanagere has recorded steady growth in both city and district population over the decades.

2001 (Census): 364,523
2011 (Census): 435,125 (+19.4%)
2025 (Estimate): 633,000 (+45.5% since 2011)

Religious Composition (2025 Est.)

Hinduism

72.8%

Islam

24.7%

Jainism

1.0%

Christianity

0.7%

Others/Not Stated

0.8%

Languages Spoken

Kannada

66.4%

Urdu

23.8%

Telugu

2.8%

Marathi

2.0%

Tamil

1.2%

Konkani & Others

3.8%

Taluk	Population (2025 Est.)	Main Occupation
Davangere (Urban)	6.33 Lakh	Industries, Trade, Services
Harihara	2.45 Lakh	Textiles, Machinery, Agriculture
Channagiri	2.26 Lakh	Farming, Sugarcane, Horticulture
Jagalur	1.95 Lakh	Agriculture, Groundnut, Rural Trade
Honnali	1.85 Lakh	Agriculture, Sericulture, Dairy
Harapanahalli	2.04 Lakh	Agriculture, Small-scale Industries
Nyamathi	1.12 Lakh	Rural Economy, Farming

Additional Information

Davanagere city covers 68 sq km and the district extends over 5924 sq km. The average density is about 387 persons per sq km. The city is ranked 25th in India's National Clean Air City list (Category 2 - 3 to 10 L population cities).

The city's literacy rate is ~84.9%, and if the current growth trend continues, the population may cross 7 Lakh by 2030.

Taluks of Davangere

Explore the diversity of each region

Davangere

Known for textile industries and education.

Harihara

Industrial and agricultural hub.

Jagalur

Rich in agriculture and natural beauty.

Channagiri

Known for farming and rural economy.

Honnali

Agricultural region with scenic beauty.

Harapanahalli

Agriculture and small industries.

Local Cuisine

Delight in the flavors of Davangere

Benne Dose

Davangere's famous butter dosa, crispy on the outside and soft inside, served with generous amounts of butter.

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