Hanumasagara

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Hanumasagara
ಹನುಮಸಾಗರ
Hanumsagara
Village
Hanumasagara
Coordinates: 15°52′20″N 76°2′35″E / 15.87222°N 76.04306°E / 15.87222; 76.04306Coordinates: 15°52′20″N 76°2′35″E / 15.87222°N 76.04306°E / 15.87222; 76.04306
Country  India
State Karnataka
District Koppal district
Taluk Kushtagi
Population (2001)
  Total 12,919
Languages
  Official Kannada
Time zone IST (UTC+5:30)
PIN 584 121
Vehicle registration KA-37

Hanumasagara also spelled as Hanumsagara (Kannada: ಹನುಮಸಾಗರ ) is a village in the Kushtagi taluk of Koppal district in Karnataka state, India.

Demographics

As of 2001 India census, Hanumasagara had a population of 12,919 with 6,556 males and 6,363 females.[1]

History

The place has earned historical importance due to the presence of Venkateshwara Temple (Abhinava Tirupathi) at the hill top. It is believed that the god himself came here to please his devotee. Hanamasagar is also Well known for the Shree Karisiddeshwara Temple which is belongs to the Mysuru Samsthana matha, Sri Somashankara Lingeshwara Sukshetra and Bhavani temple managed by S.S.K Samaj Hanumasagara. Hanumasagara is also famous for the ancient Hanumasagar Fort located on the hill top. The closest tourism destination to Hanamsagar are Aihole, Pattadakal, Badami and Hampi. Lying at an elevation of 1981 m, which makes it a high-altitude city.

Transport

Hanumasagara is well connected by road to Kushtagi. The nearest major airport is in Hubli.

Long-distance bus routes

From Kushtagione can travel to Bangalore, Hubli, Hyderabad, Bagalkot and other major cities. Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation (KSRTC) runs a bus service to other cities and villages. There are also various private bus services.

Railways

Koppal is the nearest railway station to Hanumasagara.

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