Happy TravellerWelcome to Sadalga, a small town in the Belagavi district of Karnataka, India. This hidden gem is located near the Maharashtra border and is situated on the banks of the Dudhaganga river. Despite its small size, Sadalga has plenty to offer visitors. It is best known as the birthplace of Digambara Jain Acharya Shri Vidyasagar Ji Maharaj saab, whose home has been converted into a museum. Let’s explore more about this charming town!
Geography
Sadalga is located in the Belagavi District of Karnataka, India, almost equidistant between the cities of Ichalkaranji and Chikodi. The town is on the bank of the Doodhaganga, a river with a small bridge 500 m from Sadalga. It provides water for the town’s households and fulfills the irrigation needs around the city. There are a few surrounding villages, like the villages of Bhainakwadi and Vadagol, that constitute the Sadalga Town municipality.
Demographics
According to the 2001 Indian census, Sadalga had a population of 23,790 inhabitants. The population was estimated to be 51% male and 49% female. The town also has an Arts and Commerce public university, Degree College, and an Industrial Training Institute College. Recently, a new Government Polytechnic College and a Kendriya Vidyalaya were inaugurated in the town. The primary language in Sadalga is Kannada. Other languages include English, Marathi, and Hindi.
Jain Temples
Sadalga is home to six Jain temples, including the 1008 Bhagwan Adinath Digambar Jain Mandir, 1008 Bhagwan Chandraprabhu Digambar Jain Mandir, 1008 Bhagwan Parsvanath Digambar Jain Mandir, 1008 Bhagwan Shantinath Digambar Jain Mandir, 1008 Bhagwan Parsvanath Digambar Jain Mandir, and 1008 Bhagwan Shantinath Digambar Jain Mandir. These temples are a must-visit for anyone interested in Jainism.
Religious Buildings
In addition to Jain temples, Sadalga has several other religious buildings, including Mahadev Mandir, Vitthal Mandir, Ekavira Mandir, Ganesh Mandir, Aranyasiddheswar Mandir, Hanuman Mandir, Bhandarad Odeya Dhari Deva Temple, Khwaja Shamanamir Dargah, and Puratan Datta Mandir. The Chatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Chowk marketplace is named after the founder of the Maratha empire.
Economy
Farming is the primary source of income in the town. The farmers use both old and modern techniques for cultivation, and some of the educated people are joining the farming industry and bringing new technologies. Sugarcane is the primary crop farmed. Residents are known to shop at the market in nearby Ichalkaranji, in the State of Maharashtra.
Notable People
Sadalga is the birthplace of Digambara Jain Acharya Shri Vidyasagar Ji Maharaj saab and Jain scholar A.N. Upadhye. Their contributions to the town’s culture and history have made them significant figures in Sadalga.
We hope you enjoyed learning about this charming town in Karnataka, India. Make sure to add Sadalga to your travel list and experience its unique culture and beauty for yourself!
