Veerapur - Kittur, Belagavi
Veerapur is a village situated in the Kittur taluka of Belagavi district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 30 km from Sampagaon and around 36 km from Belgaum. Veerapura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Veerapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Veerapur is 598074. The village covers a total geographical area of 328.3 hectares and falls under the 591118 pincode. Bail Hongal is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Veerapur 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 Veerapur
According to the 2011 Census, Veerapur village had a total population of 1,549 people, including 785 males and 764 females, living in 334 households. The sex ratio was 973 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.67%, with male literacy at 83.24% and female literacy at 65.88%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 138.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,549 | 785 | 764 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 171 | 87 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 138 | 69 | 69 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,029 | 581 | 448 |
| Illiterate Population | 520 | 204 | 316 |
Nearby Villages of Veerapur
Veerapur 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 Veerapur
Veerapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bail Hongal to Veerapur is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Belgaum to Veerapur is about 36 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Veerapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Veerapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Veerapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Veerapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Veerapur
Where is Veerapur located?
Veerapur village is located in Kittur Taluka, Belagavi district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Veerapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Veerapur is Veerapura.
What is the pincode of Veerapur?
The pincode of Veerapur is 591118.
What is the population of Veerapur?
Veerapur had a total population of 1,549, including 785 males and 764 females.
How many households are there in Veerapur?
Veerapur had 334 households.
What is the literacy rate in Veerapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Veerapur was 74.67%. Male literacy was 83.24% and female literacy was 65.88%.