Siddayyanapura - Kollegal, Chamarajanagar
Siddayyanapura is a village situated in the Kollegal taluka of Chamarajanagar district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kollegal and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Chamarajanagar. Siddaiahnapura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Siddayyanapura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Siddayyanapura is 619844. The village covers a total geographical area of 338.63 hectares and falls under the 571440 pincode. Kollegal is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Siddayyanapura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hanur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chamarajanagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Siddayyanapura
As per Census 2011, Siddayyanapura village has a total population of 2,729 people, consisting of 1,362 males and 1,367 females. The village has 572 households and a sex ratio of 1,003 females per 1,000 males. There are 259 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,012 literate and 717 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,766 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Siddayyanapura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,729 | 1,362 | 1,367 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 259 | 146 | 113 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,766 | 889 | 877 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,012 | 1,082 | 930 |
| Illiterate Population | 717 | 280 | 437 |
Nearby Villages of Siddayyanapura
Siddayyanapura 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jinakanahalli | North-East | 2.14 km |
| Agrahara | North | 2.22 km |
| Madhuvanahalli | East | 2.37 km |
| Linganapura | South | 2.66 km |
| Gundegala | East | 2.93 km |
| Harale | North-West | 3.20 km |
| Saragur | North | 3.22 km |
| Dasanapura | North-West | 4.44 km |
| Hondarabalu | South-East | 4.74 km |
| Haravanapura | East | 5.08 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Siddayyanapura
Siddayyanapura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Chamarajanagar, while the nearest airport is Mysore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 39.5 km.
| 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 Kollegal to Siddayyanapura is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chamarajanagar to Siddayyanapura is about 42 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 Siddayyanapura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Siddayyanapura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Siddayyanapura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Siddayyanapura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Siddayyanapura
Where is Siddayyanapura located?
Siddayyanapura village is located in Kollegal Taluka, Chamarajanagar district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Siddayyanapura?
The Gram Panchayat of Siddayyanapura is Siddaiahnapura.
What is the pincode of Siddayyanapura?
The pincode of Siddayyanapura is 571440.
What is the population of Siddayyanapura?
Siddayyanapura has a total population of 2,729, including 1,362 males and 1,367 females.
How many households are there in Siddayyanapura?
There are 572 households in Siddayyanapura.
What is the literacy rate in Siddayyanapura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Siddayyanapura is 73.73%. Male literacy is 79.44% and female literacy is 68.03%.