Venkateshnagar - Savadatti, Belagavi
Venkateshnagar is a village situated in the Savadatti taluka of Belagavi district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 28 km from Parasgad and around 65 km from Belgaum. Yakkundi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Venkateshnagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Venkateshnagar is 598226. The village covers a total geographical area of 249.59 hectares and falls under the 591126 pincode. Bail Hongal is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Venkateshnagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bailhongal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Belagavi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Venkateshnagar
As per Census 2011, Venkateshnagar village has a total population of 1,802 people, consisting of 937 males and 865 females. The village has 329 households and a sex ratio of 923 females per 1,000 males. There are 278 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 886 literate and 916 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,799 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Venkateshnagar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,802 | 937 | 865 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 278 | 151 | 127 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,799 | 936 | 863 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 886 | 591 | 295 |
| Illiterate Population | 916 | 346 | 570 |
Nearby Villages of Venkateshnagar
Venkateshnagar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Aladakatti K.y | South-East | 1.78 km |
| Dhupdal | South | 1.89 km |
| Karlakatti | West | 2.55 km |
| Madlur | North-East | 3.46 km |
| Chakrageri | South-West | 3.78 km |
| Badli | South | 4.41 km |
| Bommagadikoppa | South | 4.88 km |
| Shrirangapur | North | 5.06 km |
| Kagihal | West | 5.40 km |
| Manolli | East | 5.72 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Venkateshnagar
Venkateshnagar is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Suladhal, while the nearest airport is Belgaum Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 34.6 km.
| 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 Venkateshnagar is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Belgaum to Venkateshnagar is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Venkateshnagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Venkateshnagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Venkateshnagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Venkateshnagar 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Venkateshnagar
Where is Venkateshnagar located?
Venkateshnagar village is located in Savadatti Taluka, Belagavi district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Venkateshnagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Venkateshnagar is Yakkundi.
What is the pincode of Venkateshnagar?
The pincode of Venkateshnagar is 591126.
What is the population of Venkateshnagar?
Venkateshnagar has a total population of 1,802, including 937 males and 865 females.
How many households are there in Venkateshnagar?
There are 329 households in Venkateshnagar.
What is the literacy rate in Venkateshnagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Venkateshnagar is 49.17%. Male literacy is 63.07% and female literacy is 34.10%.