Venkatapura - Bengaluru North, Bengaluru Urban
Venkatapura is a village situated in the Bengaluru North taluka of Bengaluru Urban district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 25 km from Bangalore North and around 25 km from Bangalore. Sondekoppa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Venkatapura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Venkatapura is 612784. The village covers a total geographical area of 94.55 hectares. Nelamangala is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Venkatapura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Yelahanka Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chikkballapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Venkatapura
According to the 2011 Census, Venkatapura village had a total population of 172 people, including 88 males and 84 females, living in 40 households. The sex ratio was 955 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.66%, with male literacy at 86.67% and female literacy at 64.94%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 33, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3.
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 | 172 | 88 | 84 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 13 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 33 | 19 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 115 | 65 | 50 |
| Illiterate Population | 57 | 23 | 34 |
Nearby Villages of Venkatapura
Venkatapura is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Venkatapura
Venkatapura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Nelamangala to Venkatapura is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bangalore to Venkatapura is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. 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 5-10 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 Bengaluru North Taluka, Bengaluru Urban district, Karnataka, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Venkatapura?
The Gram Panchayat of Venkatapura is Sondekoppa.
What is the population of Venkatapura?
Venkatapura had a total population of 172, including 88 males and 84 females.
How many households are there in Venkatapura?
Venkatapura had 40 households.
What is the literacy rate in Venkatapura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Venkatapura was 75.66%. Male literacy was 86.67% and female literacy was 64.94%.