Joolapalya - Bagepalli, Chikkaballapura
Joolapalya is a village situated in the Bagepalli taluka of Chikkaballapura district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bagepalli and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Chikkaballapur. Joolapalya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Joolapalya is 623906. The village covers a total geographical area of 1707.18 hectares and falls under the 561207 pincode. Bagepalli is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Joolapalya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bagepalli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chikkballapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Joolapalya
As per Census 2011, Joolapalya village has a total population of 2,074 people, consisting of 1,060 males and 1,014 females. The village has 478 households and a sex ratio of 956 females per 1,000 males. There are 196 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,009 literate and 1,065 illiterate residents. Additionally, 676 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 409 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Joolapalya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,074 | 1,060 | 1,014 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 196 | 91 | 105 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 676 | 339 | 337 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 409 | 214 | 195 |
| Literate Population | 1,009 | 609 | 400 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,065 | 451 | 614 |
Nearby Villages of Joolapalya
Joolapalya 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bodikadirepalli | North-West | 1.00 km |
| Baiyannagaripalli | South | 1.04 km |
| Pacharlapalli | East | 2.15 km |
| Thirumaladevarapalli | North-West | 2.51 km |
| Kanampalli | West | 2.75 km |
| Vadigere | North | 3.18 km |
| Achaganapalli | South-East | 3.61 km |
| Kanivenahalli | South | 4.13 km |
| Paipalya | North | 4.34 km |
| Gummalapalli | North-East | 4.38 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Joolapalya
Joolapalya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Hunsenahalli, while the nearest airport is Kempegowda International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 43.6 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 Bagepalli to Joolapalya is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chikkaballapur to Joolapalya is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Joolapalya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Joolapalya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Joolapalya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Joolapalya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Joolapalya
Where is Joolapalya located?
Joolapalya village is located in Bagepalli Taluka, Chikkaballapura district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Joolapalya?
Joolapalya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Joolapalya?
The pincode of Joolapalya is 561207.
What is the population of Joolapalya?
Joolapalya has a total population of 2,074, including 1,060 males and 1,014 females.
How many households are there in Joolapalya?
There are 478 households in Joolapalya.
What is the literacy rate in Joolapalya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Joolapalya is 48.65%. Male literacy is 57.45% and female literacy is 39.45%.