Venkatapura - Devanahalli, Bengaluru Rural
Venkatapura is a village situated in the Devanahalli taluka of Bengaluru Rural district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 13 km from Devanahalli and around 50 km from Bangalore Rural. Kundana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Venkatapura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Venkatapura is 625284. The village covers a total geographical area of 89.46 hectares. Dod Ballapur is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Venkatapura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Devanahalli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chikkballapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Venkatapura
As per Census 2011, Venkatapura village has a total population of 210 people, consisting of 98 males and 112 females. The village has 49 households and a sex ratio of 1,142 females per 1,000 males. There are 22 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 107 literate and 103 illiterate residents. Additionally, 165 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Venkatapura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 210 | 98 | 112 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 9 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 165 | 75 | 90 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 107 | 53 | 54 |
| Illiterate Population | 103 | 45 | 58 |
Nearby Villages of Venkatapura
Venkatapura 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lingadeeragollahalli | South | 1.06 km |
| Alurdoddanahalli | North-West | 1.60 km |
| Sulakunte | South-West | 1.72 km |
| Chinnakempanahalli | North-East | 1.77 km |
| Kundana | East | 1.94 km |
| Doddacheemanahalli | South-East | 2.00 km |
| Bannimangala | West | 2.17 km |
| Dyavarahalli | South | 2.43 km |
| Beerasandra | North | 2.51 km |
| Bachahalli | South-West | 2.62 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Venkatapura
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Venkatapura. The nearest railway station is Dodballapur, while the nearest airport is Kempegowda International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 9.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dod Ballapur to Venkatapura is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bangalore Rural to Venkatapura is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Venkatapura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Venkatapura 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Venkatapura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Venkatapura 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Venkatapura
Where is Venkatapura located?
Venkatapura village is located in Devanahalli Taluka, Bengaluru Rural district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Venkatapura?
The Gram Panchayat of Venkatapura is Kundana.
What is the population of Venkatapura?
Venkatapura has a total population of 210, including 98 males and 112 females.
How many households are there in Venkatapura?
There are 49 households in Venkatapura.
What is the literacy rate in Venkatapura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Venkatapura is 50.95%. Male literacy is 54.08% and female literacy is 48.21%.