Gangawati

Gangawati (or Gangavati, Kannada: ಗಂಗಾವತಿ) is a town, municipality and taluk in the Indian state of Karnataka. It is part of the Koppal district.

Gangavati ಗಂಗಾವತಿ
town/taluka
Gangavati Location in Karnataka, India
Coordinates: 15.43°N 76.53°E / 15.43; 76.53
Country	India
State	Karnataka
District	Koppal
Area
• Total	16.53 km2 (6.38 sq mi)
Population  (2001)
• Total	93,249
• Density	5,641.2/km2 (14,611/sq mi)
Languages
• Official	Kannada
Time zone	UTC+5:30 (IST)
PIN	583 227
Telephone code	08533
Vehicle registration	KA-37
Website	www.gangavathicity.gov.in

In the 2001 census of India, Gangawati had a population of 93,249.^[1] Over the years, the town has grown significantly, with improvements in education, business and infrastructure.

Gangawati is known for being close to Hampi, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Hampi was once the capital of the Vijayanagara Empire and is famous for its ancient temples and monuments. It is located about 14 kilometers (8.7 miles) south-west of Gangawati, making the town an important stop for tourists visiting Hampi.

The economy of Gangawati is mainly based on agriculture, especially the cultivation of paddy (rice), cotton, and pulses. The area has many rice mills and is a trading hub for nearby villages and farmers.

Villages in Gangawati include:^[2]

• Varankhed
• Vipra
• Virupapuragaddi
• Yemmigudda

These villages contribute to the rural economy and culture of the region. Gangawati also has a mix of Kannada and Telugu-speaking communities and festivals like Dasara, Deepavali and Ugadi are celebrated widely.