Shivapura - Doddaballapura, Bengaluru Rural
Shivapura is a village situated in the Doddaballapura taluka of Bengaluru Rural district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 3 km from Dod Ballapur and around 43 km from Bangalore Rural. Konaghatta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shivapura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shivapura is 625097. The village covers a total geographical area of 352.47 hectares. Dod Ballapur is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Shivapura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Doddaballapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chikkballapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shivapura
As per Census 2011, Shivapura village has a total population of 2,554 people, consisting of 1,291 males and 1,263 females. The village has 604 households and a sex ratio of 978 females per 1,000 males. There are 289 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,742 literate and 812 illiterate residents. Additionally, 441 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 16 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shivapura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,554 | 1,291 | 1,263 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 289 | 149 | 140 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 441 | 217 | 224 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 9 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 1,742 | 964 | 778 |
| Illiterate Population | 812 | 327 | 485 |
Nearby Villages of Shivapura
Shivapura 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shivapura Amanikere | North | 1.01 km |
| K.g.govindapura | South-East | 1.43 km |
| Thammasettihalli | South-East | 1.46 km |
| Ragunathapura | South | 1.70 km |
| Sonnappanahalli | East | 1.74 km |
| Muthasandra | North-West | 1.97 km |
| Rajaghatta Amanikere | North-East | 2.64 km |
| Thimmasandra | North | 2.76 km |
| Rajaghatta | North-East | 2.80 km |
| Obadenahalli | South | 3.09 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shivapura
Shivapura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dodballapur, while the nearest airport is Kempegowda International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 14.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dod Ballapur to Shivapura is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bangalore Rural to Shivapura is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shivapura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shivapura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Shivapura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shivapura 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Shivapura
Where is Shivapura located?
Shivapura village is located in Doddaballapura Taluka, Bengaluru Rural district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shivapura?
The Gram Panchayat of Shivapura is Konaghatta.
What is the population of Shivapura?
Shivapura has a total population of 2,554, including 1,291 males and 1,263 females.
How many households are there in Shivapura?
There are 604 households in Shivapura.
What is the literacy rate in Shivapura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shivapura is 68.21%. Male literacy is 74.67% and female literacy is 61.60%.