Virupakshapura - Chintamani, Chikkaballapura
Virupakshapura is a village situated in the Chintamani taluka of Chikkaballapura district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chintamani and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Chikkaballapur. Santekalla Halli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Virupakshapura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Virupakshapura is 624616. The village covers a total geographical area of 89.31 hectares and falls under the 563125 pincode. Chintamani is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Virupakshapura 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 Virupakshapura
As per Census 2011, Virupakshapura village has a total population of 335 people, consisting of 176 males and 159 females. The village has 78 households and a sex ratio of 903 females per 1,000 males. There are 38 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 198 literate and 137 illiterate residents. Additionally, 136 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Virupakshapura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 335 | 176 | 159 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 19 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 136 | 66 | 70 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 198 | 118 | 80 |
| Illiterate Population | 137 | 58 | 79 |
Nearby Villages of Virupakshapura
Virupakshapura 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Akkimangala Bussanahalli | South-East | 0.70 km |
| Gummanahalli | North-West | 0.93 km |
| Subbarayanapete | North-East | 1.33 km |
| Lingadeeranahalli | South-East | 1.46 km |
| Beerajenahalli | South-East | 1.53 km |
| Akkimangala | South-West | 1.73 km |
| Vaddihalli | North | 1.82 km |
| Kadirapura | West | 1.90 km |
| Atturu | North-West | 2.40 km |
| Santhekallahalli | South | 2.56 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Virupakshapura
Virupakshapura 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 21.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chintamani to Virupakshapura is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chikkaballapur to Virupakshapura is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Virupakshapura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Virupakshapura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Virupakshapura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Virupakshapura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Virupakshapura
Where is Virupakshapura located?
Virupakshapura village is located in Chintamani Taluka, Chikkaballapura district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Virupakshapura?
The Gram Panchayat of Virupakshapura is Santekalla Halli.
What is the pincode of Virupakshapura?
The pincode of Virupakshapura is 563125.
What is the population of Virupakshapura?
Virupakshapura has a total population of 335, including 176 males and 159 females.
How many households are there in Virupakshapura?
There are 78 households in Virupakshapura.
What is the literacy rate in Virupakshapura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Virupakshapura is 59.10%. Male literacy is 67.05% and female literacy is 50.31%.