Potlavaripalli - Bagepalli, Chikkaballapura
Potlavaripalli is a village situated in the Bagepalli taluka of Chikkaballapura district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bagepalli and around 61 km from the district headquarters in Chikkaballapur. Mittemari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Potlavaripalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Potlavaripalli is 623883. The village covers a total geographical area of 44.87 hectares and falls under the 561207 pincode. Bagepalli is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Potlavaripalli 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 Potlavaripalli
According to the 2011 Census, Potlavaripalli village had a total population of 349 people, including 188 males and 161 females, living in 73 households. The sex ratio was 856 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.92%, with male literacy at 74.55% and female literacy at 56.16%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 87, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 47.
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 | 349 | 188 | 161 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 23 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 87 | 44 | 43 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 47 | 29 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 205 | 123 | 82 |
| Illiterate Population | 144 | 65 | 79 |
Nearby Villages of Potlavaripalli
Potlavaripalli 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 Potlavaripalli
Potlavaripalli 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 Bagepalli to Potlavaripalli is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chikkaballapur to Potlavaripalli is about 61 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Potlavaripalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Potlavaripalli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Potlavaripalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Potlavaripalli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Potlavaripalli
Where is Potlavaripalli located?
Potlavaripalli village is located in Bagepalli Taluka, Chikkaballapura district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Potlavaripalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Potlavaripalli is Mittemari.
What is the pincode of Potlavaripalli?
The pincode of Potlavaripalli is 561207.
What is the population of Potlavaripalli?
Potlavaripalli had a total population of 349, including 188 males and 161 females.
How many households are there in Potlavaripalli?
Potlavaripalli had 73 households.
What is the literacy rate in Potlavaripalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Potlavaripalli was 65.92%. Male literacy was 74.55% and female literacy was 56.16%.