Davanagere District profile

Davangere is known as the Manchester of Karnataka with the textile sector dominant and set to grow along with food processing sector that provides the highest employment in the district. It also houses Shanthisagar, the second largest fresh water lake in Asia which is breeding grounds for fisheries and is set to sway tourism with a water amusement park now.
The district located centrally is carved out of Chitradurga, Shivamogga (Shimoga) and Ballari (Bellary) districts region and spread across 6 talukas Davangere, Harihar, Jagalur, Honnali, Channagiri & Harapanahalli. It has a literacy rate of 75.14%

1. DAVANGERE District Profile

2. Snapshot – Davangere District Profile District overview Economic Profile Agricultural Profile Industry Profile Power and Water Tourism Social Infrastructure Connectivity Infrastructure Readiness Potential Industries Investment Opportunities Annexure Snapshot – Davangere District Profile

3. Temperature 43˚ C (Max.) 16˚ C (Min.) Relative Humidity (%) 83 (Max) 43 (Min) Annual Normal Rainfall 637 mm Rivers Tungabhadra Area 5924 sq km District headquarter Davangere Population 1,946,905 (As per 2011 census) Population density 329 per sq km Sex ratio 972 females per 1000 males Literacy rate 75.14 % Located at the centre of Karnataka, about 262 kms from the state capital Bangalore Carved out of Chitradurga , Shimoga and Bellary districts Spread across 6 talukas Davangere , Harihar , Jagalur , Honnali , Channagiri & Harapanahalli Davangere District District Overview . Source: Karnataka at Glance, 2013-14

4. Economic Profile GDDP is Rs . 6,963 crores for the district in the year 2012-13 Per capita annual income in the district is Rs . 56,788 for the year 2012-13 1 2 Source: Directorate of Economics and Statistics, Bangalore Bellary District’s Contribution to GSDP of Karnataka (2012-13) Description INR Crore Contribution (%) Total District G DP 6,963 2.33 Agriculture and Allied (Agriculture, animal husbandry, Forestry, Fishing) 1,791 4.3 Industry (manufacturing, Construction, Mining) 1,446 1.7 Services (Real estate, Hotels and restaurants, banking, and legal services) 3,725 2.1 CAGR – 3.7 % Davangere GDP Trend (in INR Crore) Source: State and District Domestic Product of Karnataka 14-15

5. Thrust Areas Expansion of area under horticulture Investments in food processing and export oriented agro processing Development of Textile Park and F ood P rocessing Zones Agricultural Profile Major Crops Agriculture is the highest contributor in the economic development of the district. Soil and climatic conditions favourable for growing horticulture crops. The malnad area and Channagiri , Honnali , Hariharaand Davangere taluks are well suited for horticulture Gherkins and Marigold are produced as raw material to food processing units Marginal and small farmers – 75% Major cereals -Paddy and Maize Pulses - Red gram, Green gram, black gram Oil Seeds - Groundnut, Sunflower Commercial Crops - Sugar Cane and Cotton Fruits - Mango, Sapota , Banana, Papaya, Pomegranate and Mozambique Vegetables - Tomato, Onion, Brinjal , Gherkin, Drum sticks, Chilli, Ginger, Tamarind Flowers - Jasmine, Chrysanthamum , Marigold, Crossandra Total Area- 5, 97, 597 ha Key Enablers Source: Karnataka at Glance, DIC- Davangere

6. S.No Industrial Areas Extent (in Ha) 1 IA, Karuru 102 2 IA, Lokikere 93 3 IA, Hanagvadi 50 4 IA, Harlapur 44 5 IE, Davangere 43 6 IE, Harihar 19.35 6 Large scale Industries with aggregated investment INR 272 Crore 9,533 small-scale industries with aggregated investment INR 234.42 Crores Industry Profile Industry Areas/Estates Industrial Areas Industrial Estates Map of Davangere District Potential Sectors: Agriculture & Food processing Textiles, Cotton mills Engineering Mining (Steel wire Industries) Sugar Industries Natural Resources Iron Manganese White Quartz Lime Stone 400 acres of land been identified for land bank Proposed an ‘Apparel Park’ of 50 acres, with an estimated cost of US $ 2.35 million (INR 11 crores) by the Government of Karnataka(GOK) A Gas based project of 700MW has been approved by the GOK Proposed an IT Park and Network operation centre through joint ventures of private participation and Karnataka Industrial Area development board Identified as one of the 8 districts to set up a Wind energy generation Plant by the Government of Karnataka Readymade garments, puffed rice and steel fabrications cluster 3 6 6 1 2 4 Source: DIC- Davangere

7. Water Tungabadhra , sasalahalla are major perennial rivers in the district There are 411 tanks in the district. Shanthi Sagar , the second largest fresh water lake in Asia is located in Davangere Irrigated Area is 38% of the net sown area Average demand in the district is 94551.15 MLD and average consumption 57808.9 MLD. Power Transmission in the district is being done by Bangalore Electricity Supply Company Limited (BESCOM) Davangere district receives power from Sharavathi Hydro Electric Project and Guttur Station which receives power from Raichur Thermal Power Plant 6 MW Wind Power Project (WPP) at Davangere Average demand in the district is 16491.19 MU and average consumption annually is 308.63 MU. Davangere Sugar mills is planning to set up a 30 MW biomass based power project in Kukkuwada village in addition to the existing 24 MW cogeneration power plant in operation Power and Water Source: Karnataka at Glance, DIC- Davangere

8. Tourism Sri Harihareswara temple, situated on the bank of the river Tungabhadra at Harihar , the temple has 60 pillars with enchanting carvings. Kalleswara temple of Bagali was built in 9th century AD by the Chalukyas , the temple is famous for its intricate carvings. Eshwara Temple was constructed by King Trubhuvana Malla Parameshwara in 1120 AD, it is famous for the pillars and sculptures built in Chalukya style. Sri Ragavendra Swamy Mutt, situated on the bank of river Tungabhadra at Honnali , is popularly known as second Mantralayam . Sri Chennagiri Rangappa Clock Tower is an attractive tourist spot, the highlight of this place is the height of the clock tower which is 75 feet. Hodigere is a Tomb of King Shri Shahaji father of Chatrapathi Shivaji . Shantisagar is one of the 2nd largest tank in South Asia known for its panoramic view. Ramathritha Pushkarani at Santebennur .

9. Social Infrastructure Healthcare : Education: Healthcare Facilities No. Primary Health centres 62 Major Hospitals and Community Health Centres 8 Key educational Institutes: Davangere University Bapuji Institute of Engineering Technology (BIET) Bapuji Education Association BDT College Sri Taralabalu Jagadguru Education Association Saint Paul’s Missionary JJM Medical College SS Institute of Medical Sciences and Research Institute Jain Group of Institutes Fine Arts College DRM Science College AV Kamalamma College Educational Institutes No. Degree Colleges 58 Dental College 2 MBA Colleges 5 Ayurvedic College 1 Polytechnics 4 Source: DIC- Davangere , targetstudy.com

10. Connectivity Port International Airport 300 km International Airport 265 Km International Airport 580 km Domestic Airport 127 Km Port International Airport 290 Km Port 200 Km National Highway(NH) 4 (Connecting Mumbai to Chennai) NH 13 (Connecting Solapur to Mangalore) Connected to Bangalore, Goa, Mumbai through the Harihar - Davangere rail line The International Airport at Bangalore is at about 265 Kms ; Domestic airport at Hubli is 127 Kms from Davangere . The nearest international sea port at Mangalore is 290 Kms away and Karwar is at 200 Kms distance from Davangere Nearest Airport (in Kms ) Hubballi 127 Belagavi 246 Bengaluru 265 Mangaluru 290 Nearest Seaport (in Kms ) Karwar 200 Mangaluru 290 Goa 300

11. Infrastructure Readiness Davanagere City Challakere Chitradurga City Hospete NH 4 NH 13 Begaluru -Mumbai rail link Ballari Airport to node (100 km) 40 km from Chitradurga, 20 km from Davanagere DRDO-IISC lands SH 65 Proposed Node opt 2 Hebbalu (Davanagere District) Bengaluru – Mumbai Economic Corridor Davangere Node Located on NH 4 and in close proximity to New Mangaluru seaport. Total land area estimated for the node development is 7530 acres Land acquisition process has been initiated for 4755 acres Davangere Node has the potential to become globally competitive in Agro Processing, Neutraceuticals , textiles and Aerospace Textile Park 50 acres of Ready Made Garments and textile park h as been established

12. Agriculture & Food Processing: Major cultivation of sugarcane, rice and maize takes place in the district. Dry land is available which is suitable for cultivation of fruits and vegetables. Gherkin processing, marigold dye processing, ground nut oil extraction units are existing food processing units in the district Food processing industries provides the highest employment in the district Potential Industries Textile and handloom industries: Davangere is known as the Manchester of Karnataka Black Alluvial soil is well suited for cultivation of cotton in the district A 50 acre Apparel Park is proposed with an estimated cost of US $ 2.35 million (INR 11 crores) by the Government of Karnataka(GOK) . Textile constitutes of approx 13% of SSI industry units in the district Other Sectors: Steel and Engineering: Presence of Large & Medium Industries in these sectors provide opportunities for further investments. Tourism A water amusement park is planned at Shanthisagar , the second largest fresh water lake in Asia Fisheries and Animal Husbandary : Shanthisagar , the second largest fresh water lake in Asia is in the district The tungabadrariver and 421 minor tanks provide enormous scope for inland fishing Moderately Animal husbandry is a major economic activity in the district providing additional income Animal Husbandry accounts for a revenue of 179 croreINR annually producing 1.44 lakh tonnes of milk, 105 million eggs and 2635 tonnes of meat Sericulture: Sericulture is practised in 176 villages by 590 farmers and is an upcoming economic activity in the district. Supporting infrastructure like Cocconmarkets , training centers , mini silk filature, etc., are well established Sugar and Rice Mills: There are 3 sugar industries in Davangere district There are many small rice mills located in the district

13. Investment Opportunities Project Name Sector Estimated Cost (INR Crores) Estimated Cost (USD mn ) Agency Status Development Of Mega Cattle Feed Manufacturing Plants Agri-Infrastructure 600 100.0 KMF Conceptual Stage Development Of Road From Shivamogga – Honnali To Harihara Transportation 148 24.7 KRDCL DRP Prepared/Bidding Dtage Development Of Road From Gadag To Honnali ( one package of KSHIP) Transportation Part of 7000 Part of 1166.7 KSHIP DPR under preparation Smart City Mission In Karnataka Urban Infrastructure NA 0.0 KUIDFC Conceptual Stage Setting Up Of Conduit For Ofc (Optical Fibre Cables) For Broad Band And Cable Tv Operators Using Bescom Electric Poles Urban Infrastructure (telecommunication) NA 0.0 BESCOM Conceptual Stage Development of Airstrips in Karnataka Transportation NA 0.0 KSIIDC Conceptual Stage Peninsular Region Industrial Development (PRIDE) Corridor Projects Industrial Infrastructure NA 0.0 KSIIDC DRP Prepared/Bidding Stage Establishment Of Modern Abattoirs In ULB's Urban Infrastructure 4 1 DMA DPR under preparation

14. Annexure Key Players Shamanur Sugars Indian Cane Pvt Ltd Aradhya Steel Wires Other Key Players Anjaneya Cotton Mills Pvt. Ltd Davangere Sugars Company Ltd. Anjaneya Agto Tech Pvt. Ltd. Katra Phytochem Pvt. Ltd. Davangere Sugar Company Bhadra sugar mill

15. Contact Karnataka Udyog Mitra 3rd Floor, Khanija Bhavan (East Wing), No. 49, Race Course Road, Bengaluru-560 001, India Ph.: [phone], 2228 5659, 2238 1232, 2228 6632 Fax: [phone] Email: [email protected] The Joint Director District Industries Centre Plot No. 76-A (P1), Karur Industrial Area, Harihara Road, Davangere . Ph : ( [phone], 232053, 232051 Email: jd-davangere@kar natakaindustry.gov.in Commissioner for Industries Development and Director Department of Industries & Commerce Government of Karnataka No. 49, South Block, Khanija Bhavan , Race Course Road, Bengaluru-560 001, India Ph.: [phone] Email: [email protected]