Sagar,Karnataka

Sagara is a city located in the Indian state of Karnataka and it is also a sub divisional and a taluk headquarters. Located in the Western Ghats range, it is known for its proximity to Jog Falls and to the historical places of Ikkeri, Keladi and Varadamoola. The river Varada originates near Sagara. It is one of the fastest growing city in Karnataka. Sagara subdivision consists of Sagara, Soraba, Hosanagara and Shikaripur taluks.City Municipal CouncilSagara city is one of the 74 Karnataka Municipal Reforms Project town in Karnataka. The website of this town was launched on August 2007. Sagara ULB was started in 1931 and became a City Municipal Council grade two in the year 2007. The ULB consist of 31 wards with the respective number of councillors. The population of the town was 54,550 at the 2011 census and total area is 19.71 sq. km.EtymologySagara derives its name from Sadashiva Sagar, which is a lake. Sadashiva Nayaka, ruler of Keladi dynasty built a lake in between Keladi and Ikkeri. Sadashiva Sagar is now called Ganapathi Kere (Ganapathi Lake). It is a subdivisional headquarters headed by a subdivisional magistrate.EconomyThe economy of Sagara is mainly driven by areca nut (betel nut), paddy, spice and forest products trade. Betel nut is the major cash crop grown in the area. Along with areca nut, spices like pepper, clove, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cocoa are grown. The economy of the city is highly volatile and is dependent on the variation in the pricing of these agriculture products. Sagara APMC is one of the main market for areca nut in Karnataka.