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 President 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
According to the 2011 Census, Venkateshnagar village had a total population of 1,802 people, including 937 males and 865 females, living in 329 households. The sex ratio was 923 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.14%, with male literacy at 75.19% and female literacy at 39.97%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,799, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 1,802 | 937 | 865 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 278 | 151 | 127 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,799 | 936 | 863 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 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 had a total population of 1,802, including 937 males and 865 females.
How many households are there in Venkateshnagar?
Venkateshnagar had 329 households.
What is the literacy rate in Venkateshnagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Venkateshnagar was 58.14%. Male literacy was 75.19% and female literacy was 39.97%.