Venkatapura - Chintamani, Chikkaballapura
Venkatapura is a village situated in the Chintamani taluka of Chikkaballapura district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chintamani and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Chikkaballapur. Settyhalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Venkatapura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Venkatapura is 624552. The village covers a total geographical area of 167.24 hectares and falls under the 563125 pincode. Chintamani is the nearest town, located about 8 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 Chintamani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kolar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Venkatapura
As per Census 2011, Venkatapura village has a total population of 279 people, consisting of 145 males and 134 females. The village has 56 households and a sex ratio of 924 females per 1,000 males. There are 32 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 190 literate and 89 illiterate residents. Additionally, 99 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 23 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Venkatapura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 279 | 145 | 134 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 20 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 99 | 56 | 43 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 23 | 12 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 190 | 101 | 89 |
| Illiterate Population | 89 | 44 | 45 |
Nearby Villages of Venkatapura
Venkatapura 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chickamunimangala | North-West | 1.42 km |
| Nalamachanahalli | West | 1.50 km |
| M0shilahalli | North-East | 1.52 km |
| Srinivasapura | South-West | 1.58 km |
| Dusrigunte | North-East | 1.88 km |
| Nagasandragadde | South | 1.91 km |
| Dhanamittanahalli | South-East | 2.14 km |
| Karakamakalagadde | North | 2.15 km |
| Dwarapalli | North | 2.37 km |
| Kodigehalli | South-West | 2.39 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Venkatapura
Public transport in the Venkatapura is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Chintamani, while the nearest airport is Kempegowda International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 33.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chintamani to Venkatapura is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chikkaballapur to Venkatapura is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. 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 Chintamani Taluka, Chikkaballapura district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Venkatapura?
The Gram Panchayat of Venkatapura is Settyhalli.
What is the pincode of Venkatapura?
The pincode of Venkatapura is 563125.
What is the population of Venkatapura?
Venkatapura has a total population of 279, including 145 males and 134 females.
How many households are there in Venkatapura?
There are 56 households in Venkatapura.
What is the literacy rate in Venkatapura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Venkatapura is 68.10%. Male literacy is 69.66% and female literacy is 66.42%.