Rainapur - Yaragatti, Belagavi
Rainapur is a village situated in the Yaragatti taluka of Belagavi district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 34 km from Parasgad and around 62 km from Belgaum. Soppadla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rainapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rainapur is 598178. The village covers a total geographical area of 1180.89 hectares and falls under the 591129 pincode. Soundatti is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Rainapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Saundatti yellamma Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Belagavi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rainapur
According to the 2011 Census, Rainapur village had a total population of 2,587 people, including 1,342 males and 1,245 females, living in 527 households. The sex ratio was 928 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.64%, with male literacy at 86.21% and female literacy at 66.42%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 238, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 159.
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 | 2,587 | 1,342 | 1,245 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 310 | 167 | 143 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 238 | 120 | 118 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 159 | 83 | 76 |
| Literate Population | 1,745 | 1,013 | 732 |
| Illiterate Population | 842 | 329 | 513 |
Nearby Villages of Rainapur
Rainapur 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.m | South-West | 2.59 km |
| Jeevapur | South-East | 3.09 km |
| Tallur | South-West | 5.50 km |
| Nugganatti | West | 6.02 km |
| Gudamakeri | North | 6.38 km |
| Toranagatti | East | 6.40 km |
| Shrirangapur | South | 6.53 km |
| Benakatti | South-East | 6.58 km |
| Budigoppa | West | 6.79 km |
| Yaraganavi | North-West | 6.89 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Rainapur
The nearest railway station is Suladhal, while the nearest airport is Belgaum Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 35.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Soundatti to Rainapur is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Belgaum to Rainapur is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Rainapur
Where is Rainapur located?
Rainapur village is located in Yaragatti Taluka, Belagavi district, Karnataka, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Rainapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Rainapur is Soppadla.
What is the pincode of Rainapur?
The pincode of Rainapur is 591129.
What is the population of Rainapur?
Rainapur had a total population of 2,587, including 1,342 males and 1,245 females.
How many households are there in Rainapur?
Rainapur had 527 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rainapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rainapur was 76.64%. Male literacy was 86.21% and female literacy was 66.42%.