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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Venkatapura village has a total population of 172 people, consisting of 88 males and 84 females. The village has 40 households and a sex ratio of 954 females per 1,000 males. There are 20 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 115 literate and 57 illiterate residents. Additionally, 33 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Venkatapura are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 172, including 88 males and 84 females.
How many households are there in Venkatapura?
There are 40 households in Venkatapura.
What is the literacy rate in Venkatapura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Venkatapura is 66.86%. Male literacy is 73.86% and female literacy is 59.52%.