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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Govanakoppa village has a total population of 1,533 people, consisting of 803 males and 730 females. The village has 299 households and a sex ratio of 909 females per 1,000 males. There are 222 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,043 literate and 490 illiterate residents. Additionally, 312 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 204 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Govanakoppa are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 1,533, including 803 males and 730 females.
How many households are there in Govanakoppa?
There are 299 households in Govanakoppa.
What is the literacy rate in Govanakoppa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Govanakoppa is 68.04%. Male literacy is 77.46% and female literacy is 57.67%.