Bassapur - Kittur, Belagavi
Bassapur is a village situated in the Kittur taluka of Belagavi district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 32 km from Sampagaon and around 48 km from Belgaum. Avaradi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bassapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bassapur is 598101. The village covers a total geographical area of 148.75 hectares and falls under the 591115 pincode. Bail Hongal is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Bassapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kittur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Uttara Kannada Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bassapur
As per Census 2011, Bassapur village has a total population of 1,136 people, consisting of 579 males and 557 females. The village has 239 households and a sex ratio of 962 females per 1,000 males. There are 147 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 751 literate and 385 illiterate residents. Additionally, 112 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bassapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,136 | 579 | 557 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 147 | 79 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 112 | 60 | 52 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 751 | 423 | 328 |
| Illiterate Population | 385 | 156 | 229 |
Nearby Villages of Bassapur
Bassapur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Bassapur
Bassapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Bail Hongal to Bassapur is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Belgaum to Bassapur 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 Bassapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bassapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Bassapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bassapur 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Bassapur
Where is Bassapur located?
Bassapur village is located in Kittur Taluka, Belagavi district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bassapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Bassapur is Avaradi.
What is the pincode of Bassapur?
The pincode of Bassapur is 591115.
What is the population of Bassapur?
Bassapur has a total population of 1,136, including 579 males and 557 females.
How many households are there in Bassapur?
There are 239 households in Bassapur.
What is the literacy rate in Bassapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bassapur is 66.11%. Male literacy is 73.06% and female literacy is 58.89%.