Venkatapur - Mudalgi, Belagavi
Venkatapur is a village situated in the Mudalgi taluka of Belagavi district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 38 km from Gokak and around 118 km from Belgaum. Avaradi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Venkatapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Venkatapur is 597512. The village covers a total geographical area of 539.94 hectares and falls under the 591310 pincode. Mahalingpur is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Venkatapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arabhavi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Belagavi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Venkatapur
As per Census 2011, Venkatapur village has a total population of 1,916 people, consisting of 968 males and 948 females. The village has 340 households and a sex ratio of 979 females per 1,000 males. There are 361 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 943 literate and 973 illiterate residents. Additionally, 196 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Venkatapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,916 | 968 | 948 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 361 | 187 | 174 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 196 | 87 | 109 |
| Literate Population | 943 | 578 | 365 |
| Illiterate Population | 973 | 390 | 583 |
Nearby Villages of Venkatapur
Venkatapur 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 Venkatapur
Venkatapur 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 Mahalingpur to Venkatapur is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Belgaum to Venkatapur is about 118 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Venkatapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Venkatapur 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Venkatapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Venkatapur 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Venkatapur
Where is Venkatapur located?
Venkatapur village is located in Mudalgi Taluka, Belagavi district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Venkatapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Venkatapur is Avaradi.
What is the pincode of Venkatapur?
The pincode of Venkatapur is 591310.
What is the population of Venkatapur?
Venkatapur has a total population of 1,916, including 968 males and 948 females.
How many households are there in Venkatapur?
There are 340 households in Venkatapur.
What is the literacy rate in Venkatapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Venkatapur is 49.22%. Male literacy is 59.71% and female literacy is 38.50%.