Ranebennuru

Ranebennuru
ರಾಣೇಬೆನ್ನೂರು
Ranibennur
CMC

Ranebennur City Municipal Council
Nickname(s): Gate Way of North Karnataka
Ranebennuru
Coordinates: 14°37′00″N 75°37′00″E / 14.6167°N 75.6167°E / 14.6167; 75.6167Coordinates: 14°37′00″N 75°37′00″E / 14.6167°N 75.6167°E / 14.6167; 75.6167
Country  India
State  Karnataka
District Haveri district
Area
 • Total 42.32 km2 (16.34 sq mi)
Elevation 604 m (1,982 ft)
Population (2011)[1]
 • Total 106,365
 • Density 2,117.63/km2 (5,484.6/sq mi)
Languages
 • Official Kannada
Time zone IST (UTC+5:30)
PIN 581 115
Telephone code 08373
Vehicle registration KA-27
Website www.ranebennurcity.mrc.gov.in

Ranebennuru is the City Municipal Council in Haveri district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 300 kilometres (190 mi) northwest of Bangalore, the capital of Karnataka. Other nearby cities include Hubli (105 km), Shimoga (88 km), and Davangere (37 km).

Geography

Ranibennuru is at geographical center of karnataka. 14°37′N 75°37′E / 14.62°N 75.62°E / 14.62; 75.62.[2] It has an average elevation of 605 metres (1,985 ft). One of Karnataka's most important rivers – the Tungabhadra – flows along the southern border of Ranebennur taluk. Another river, the Kumadvathi, which originates from Madagh Masur Lake[3] flows from Hirekerur taluk, enters Ranebennur taluk, and joins the Tungabhadra river.

The nearest airport is at Hubli, 108 km from Ranebennur. From there one can take flights to Bengaluru and Mumbai. The nearest international airport is 300 km away, in Bengaluru. Ranebennur is connected with most of the metros like Mumbai, Bengaluru, and Chennai through regular trains.

Being on National Highway NH4, the city enjoys good bus services. It is a 1.5 hour drive from Hubli (105 km) and 5 hr drive from Bengaluru (300 km). Most buses travelling between North Karnataka and South Karnataka go via Ranebennur.

Demographics

As of 2011 India census, Ranebennur has a population of 106,365. Males constitute 50.7% of the population and females 49.3%. Ranebennur has a literacy rate of 60.98%, higher than the national average of 59.5%: male literacy is 60.16%, and female literacy is 61.8%. In Ranebennur, 10.8% of the population is under 6 years of age.

Economy

The bulk of the population is engaged in agriculture and related activities. Cotton and jowar (sorghum) are very well suited to the semi-arid climate. Coconut, brinjal, maize, betel leaves, and tomatoes are the other crops grown here. Much of the agricultural output is dependent on the southwest monsoon and hence gets challenging at times. the Upper Tunga project, if completed, will be a boon for the farmers in this region.[4] Sericulture (rearing of silkworms) is growing in popularity among the farmers. Mulberry plants are grown and silkworm larvae are fed cut-up mulberry leaves. This is a labour-intensive activity and hence well suited to this region.

Ranebennur is home to a rich commodity market. Commodities like cotton yarn, cotton seed, oil seeds, red chilli, betel nut, and betel leaf are traded. Ranebennur has a seed multiplication industry. Several seed companies are located and operating in the city. Ranebennur is also known for its wholesale cloth market and all type of wholesale business.

Sarees is also a very vast market at Ranebennur. Sha Sukhraj Mithalal Sarees and M/S Manohar Textiles on MG road is one of the biggest and oldest merchant of sarees and has a vast collection. Just when the village started expanding this store was established around the late twentieth century.

Industries

Ranebennur is well positioned to be the industrial hub of old Dharwad district, as it is positioned on the river and has access to National Highway NH4 and State highways SH26, SH57, and SH76. Some of the major industries are:

Tourism

Mukteshwara Temple at Chaudayyadanapura

A royal family of Haribal resides here. It is the birthplace of Helavanakatte Giriyamma. She is a worshipper of lord Shree Ranganatha. Her temple is found in Malabennur.

Regional attractions

Education

Sri Taralabalu Jagadguru Institute of Technology

Hospitals

References

  1. ↑ "Cities having population 1 lakh and above" (PDF). censusindia. The Registrar General & Census Commissioner, India. Retrieved 17 October 2011.
  2. ↑ Falling Rain Genomics, Inc – Ranibennur
  3. ↑
  4. ↑
  5. ↑ "Karnataka, The Tourist Paradise". Retrieved 2008-10-17.

HOTELS : Shri Ananta Residency Near Bus Stand, Bus Stand Road, Ranebennur - 581 115 Conatct No. : 08373 266281

Renuka Hotel and Lodging OPP Bus stand, PB Road Ranebennur-581115 Contact NO:08373 266988,08373 266905

Hotel Nandi, Deluxe lodge Bus stand Road, Beside Anantha Rasidency Ranebennur-581115 08373-267139

Hotel Suraj lodging and Boarding, KEB Office, PB Road, Near Ranebennur Bus stand. 08373-261751,261752

Hotel Vinyaka Dharashini JK Arcade, Beside Bus stand Ranebennur-581115

Sri Renuka Residency Lodge Kerudi Complex, Ashok Circle, RANEBENNUR 581115 Mo. : 9449121976 Land : 08373 263076

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