Govanakoppa - Badami, Bagalkote
Govanakoppa is a village situated in the Badami taluka of Bagalkote district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 25 km from Badami and around 48 km from Bagalkot. Alur-sk serves as the Gram Panchayat for Govanakoppa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Govanakoppa is 598727. The village covers a total geographical area of 631.34 hectares and falls under the 587155 pincode. Kerur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Govanakoppa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Badami Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bagalkot Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Govanakoppa
According to the 2011 Census, Govanakoppa village had a total population of 1,533 people, including 803 males and 730 females, living in 299 households. The sex ratio was 909 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.56%, with male literacy at 91.74% and female literacy at 66.51%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 312, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 204.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,533 | 803 | 730 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 222 | 125 | 97 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 312 | 163 | 149 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 204 | 108 | 96 |
| Literate Population | 1,043 | 622 | 421 |
| Illiterate Population | 490 | 181 | 309 |
Nearby Villages of Govanakoppa
Govanakoppa is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Chikkabellikatti | South-East | 2.17 km |
| Gudikatti | North-East | 2.19 km |
| Budrakatti | West | 2.92 km |
| Jeeragiwad | South | 3.24 km |
| Kotabagi | South-East | 4.17 km |
| Thimmapur-m-tadakod | South-West | 4.41 km |
| Kallur | South-East | 4.72 km |
| Nanagundikoppa | East | 4.80 km |
| Siddasamudra | North-West | 5.54 km |
| Tadakod | South-West | 5.64 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Govanakoppa
Govanakoppa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Mugad, while the nearest airport is Hubli Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 26.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kerur to Govanakoppa is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bagalkot to Govanakoppa is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Govanakoppa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Govanakoppa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Govanakoppa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Govanakoppa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Govanakoppa
Where is Govanakoppa located?
Govanakoppa village is located in Badami Taluka, Bagalkote district, Karnataka, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Govanakoppa?
The Gram Panchayat of Govanakoppa is Alur-sk.
What is the pincode of Govanakoppa?
The pincode of Govanakoppa is 587155.
What is the population of Govanakoppa?
Govanakoppa had a total population of 1,533, including 803 males and 730 females.
How many households are there in Govanakoppa?
Govanakoppa had 299 households.
What is the literacy rate in Govanakoppa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Govanakoppa was 79.56%. Male literacy was 91.74% and female literacy was 66.51%.