Byrapura - Yelahanka, Bengaluru Urban
Byrapura is a village situated in the Yelahanka taluka of Bengaluru Urban district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 27 km from Bangalore North and around 27 km from Bangalore. Arekere serves as the Gram Panchayat for Byrapura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Byrapura is 612836. The village covers a total geographical area of 50.62 hectares. Dod Ballapur is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Byrapura 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 Byrapura
According to the 2011 Census, Byrapura village had a total population of 638 people, including 320 males and 318 females, living in 131 households. The sex ratio was 994 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.64%, with male literacy at 84.95% and female literacy at 69.78%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 82.
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 | 638 | 320 | 318 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 21 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 82 | 33 | 49 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 448 | 254 | 194 |
| Illiterate Population | 190 | 66 | 124 |
Nearby Villages of Byrapura
Byrapura 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 Byrapura
Byrapura 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dod Ballapur to Byrapura is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bangalore to Byrapura is about 27 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Byrapura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Byrapura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Byrapura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Byrapura 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 Byrapura
Where is Byrapura located?
Byrapura village is located in Yelahanka Taluka, Bengaluru Urban district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Byrapura?
The Gram Panchayat of Byrapura is Arekere.
What is the population of Byrapura?
Byrapura had a total population of 638, including 320 males and 318 females.
How many households are there in Byrapura?
Byrapura had 131 households.
What is the literacy rate in Byrapura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Byrapura was 77.64%. Male literacy was 84.95% and female literacy was 69.78%.