Vittalnagar - Sandur, Ballari
Vittalnagar is a village situated in the Sandur taluka of Ballari district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 15 km from Sandur and around 62 km from Bellary. Narasingapura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Vittalnagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vittalnagar is 605008. The village covers a total geographical area of 91.76 hectares and falls under the 583118 pincode. Sandur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Vittalnagar 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 Vittalnagar
As per Census 2011, Vittalnagar village has a total population of 1,109 people, consisting of 568 males and 541 females. The village has 206 households and a sex ratio of 952 females per 1,000 males. There are 203 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 641 literate and 468 illiterate residents. Additionally, 151 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 848 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vittalnagar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,109 | 568 | 541 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 203 | 104 | 99 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 151 | 81 | 70 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 848 | 426 | 422 |
| Literate Population | 641 | 380 | 261 |
| Illiterate Population | 468 | 188 | 280 |
Nearby Villages of Vittalnagar
Vittalnagar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Deogiri | South-West | 2.39 km |
| Ranjitpur | North-West | 2.82 km |
| Narayanapur | South-East | 4.18 km |
| Narasingapur | North-West | 4.56 km |
| Tonisigeri | South | 4.63 km |
| 55 Mallapura | East | 7.34 km |
| Yeradammanahalli | South | 7.44 km |
| Malapur | North-East | 7.60 km |
| Ayyanahalli | North-East | 7.91 km |
| Karthikeshwar | West | 7.92 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Vittalnagar
Public transport in the Vittalnagar is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Toranagallu, while the nearest airport is Vijayanagar Aerodrome (jsw), situated at an approximate aerial distance of 12.8 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 Vittalnagar is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bellary to Vittalnagar is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vittalnagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vittalnagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Vittalnagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vittalnagar 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Vittalnagar
Where is Vittalnagar located?
Vittalnagar village is located in Sandur Taluka, Ballari district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vittalnagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Vittalnagar is Narasingapura.
What is the pincode of Vittalnagar?
The pincode of Vittalnagar is 583118.
What is the population of Vittalnagar?
Vittalnagar has a total population of 1,109, including 568 males and 541 females.
How many households are there in Vittalnagar?
There are 206 households in Vittalnagar.
What is the literacy rate in Vittalnagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vittalnagar is 57.80%. Male literacy is 66.90% and female literacy is 48.24%.