Konapura - Gauribidanur, Chikkaballapura
Konapura is a village situated in the Gauribidanur taluka of Chikkaballapura district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gauribidanur and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Chikkaballapur. Bychapura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Konapura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Konapura is 623240. The village covers a total geographical area of 126.73 hectares and falls under the 561208 pincode. Gauribidanur is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Konapura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gauribidanur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chikkballapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Konapura
As per Census 2011, Konapura village has a total population of 558 people, consisting of 299 males and 259 females. The village has 142 households and a sex ratio of 866 females per 1,000 males. There are 53 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 423 literate and 135 illiterate residents. Additionally, 64 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Konapura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 558 | 299 | 259 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 30 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 64 | 31 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 423 | 253 | 170 |
| Illiterate Population | 135 | 46 | 89 |
Nearby Villages of Konapura
Konapura 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 Konapura
Public transport in the Konapura is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Gauribidanur to Konapura is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chikkaballapur to Konapura is about 41 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 Konapura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Konapura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Konapura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Konapura 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Konapura
Where is Konapura located?
Konapura village is located in Gauribidanur Taluka, Chikkaballapura district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Konapura?
The Gram Panchayat of Konapura is Bychapura.
What is the pincode of Konapura?
The pincode of Konapura is 561208.
What is the population of Konapura?
Konapura has a total population of 558, including 299 males and 259 females.
How many households are there in Konapura?
There are 142 households in Konapura.
What is the literacy rate in Konapura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Konapura is 75.81%. Male literacy is 84.62% and female literacy is 65.64%.