Saidapur - Rabakavi Banahatti, Bagalkote
Saidapur is a village situated in the Rabakavi Banahatti taluka of Bagalkote district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 27 km from Mudhol and around 87 km from Bagalkot. Saidapur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saidapur is 598544. The village covers a total geographical area of 541.95 hectares and falls under the 587316 pincode. Mahalingpur is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Saidapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Terdal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bagalkot Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saidapur
As per Census 2011, Saidapur village has a total population of 7,713 people, consisting of 3,955 males and 3,758 females. The village has 1,568 households and a sex ratio of 950 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,196 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,037 literate and 2,676 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,646 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 74 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Saidapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,713 | 3,955 | 3,758 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,196 | 602 | 594 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,646 | 819 | 827 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 74 | 38 | 36 |
| Literate Population | 5,037 | 2,906 | 2,131 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,676 | 1,049 | 1,627 |
Nearby Villages of Saidapur
Saidapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bisanal | North-East | 2.45 km |
| Kappalguddi | North-West | 2.90 km |
| Khanatti | South-West | 4.23 km |
| Handigund | North | 4.44 km |
| Marapur | South | 4.55 km |
| Kesrakoppa | North-East | 4.67 km |
| Sultanpur | North-West | 4.96 km |
| Sanganatti | East | 5.00 km |
| Dhavaleshwar | South-East | 5.13 km |
| Marakudi | North-West | 5.42 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Saidapur
Saidapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Raybag, while the nearest airport is Belgaum Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 56.4 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 Mahalingpur to Saidapur is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bagalkot to Saidapur is about 87 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saidapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saidapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Saidapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saidapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Saidapur
Where is Saidapur located?
Saidapur village is located in Rabakavi Banahatti Taluka, Bagalkote district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saidapur?
Saidapur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Saidapur?
The pincode of Saidapur is 587316.
What is the population of Saidapur?
Saidapur has a total population of 7,713, including 3,955 males and 3,758 females.
How many households are there in Saidapur?
There are 1,568 households in Saidapur.
What is the literacy rate in Saidapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saidapur is 65.31%. Male literacy is 73.48% and female literacy is 56.71%.