Kanakapur .B.C. - Sandur, Ballari
Kanakapur .B.C. is a village situated in the Sandur taluka of Ballari district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 35 km from Sandur and around 85 km from Bellary. Gollalingamanahalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kanakapur .B.C. village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanakapur .B.C. is 604977. The village covers a total geographical area of 1897.78 hectares and falls under the 583112 pincode. Sandur is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Kanakapur .B.C. village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sandur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ballari Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kanakapur .B.C.
As per Census 2011, Kanakapur .B.C. village has a total population of 1,796 people, consisting of 917 males and 879 females. The village has 323 households and a sex ratio of 958 females per 1,000 males. There are 288 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 604 literate and 1,192 illiterate residents. Additionally, 162 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,269 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kanakapur .B.C. are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,796 | 917 | 879 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 288 | 155 | 133 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 162 | 78 | 84 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,269 | 654 | 615 |
| Literate Population | 604 | 353 | 251 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,192 | 564 | 628 |
Nearby Villages of Kanakapur .B.C.
Kanakapur .B.C. 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Yeradammanahalli | North-West | 2.78 km |
| Jalipente | South-East | 3.41 km |
| Jodibommiahnahalli | West | 3.49 km |
| Gollalingammanahalli | North-East | 4.81 km |
| Shro.thimmavvanahalli | East | 5.07 km |
| Tonisigeri | North | 5.16 km |
| Mothalakunta | East | 5.17 km |
| Selieppanahalli | South-West | 5.64 km |
| Gowripur | West | 5.80 km |
| Sanjeevarayanakote | South-East | 5.99 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kanakapur .B.C.
Kanakapur .B.C. is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Obalapuram, while the nearest airport is Vijayanagar Aerodrome (jsw), situated at an approximate aerial distance of 20.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sandur to Kanakapur .B.C. is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bellary to Kanakapur .B.C. is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kanakapur .B.C.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanakapur .B.C. village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kanakapur .B.C.
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kanakapur .B.C. 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kanakapur .B.C.
Where is Kanakapur .B.C. located?
Kanakapur .B.C. village is located in Sandur Taluka, Ballari district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanakapur .B.C.?
The Gram Panchayat of Kanakapur .B.C. is Gollalingamanahalli.
What is the pincode of Kanakapur .B.C.?
The pincode of Kanakapur .B.C. is 583112.
What is the population of Kanakapur .B.C.?
Kanakapur .B.C. has a total population of 1,796, including 917 males and 879 females.
How many households are there in Kanakapur .B.C.?
There are 323 households in Kanakapur .B.C..
What is the literacy rate in Kanakapur .B.C.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanakapur .B.C. is 33.63%. Male literacy is 38.50% and female literacy is 28.56%.