Venkatapura - Sidlaghatta, Chikkaballapura
Venkatapura is a village situated in the Sidlaghatta taluka of Chikkaballapura district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sidlaghatta and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Chikkaballapur. Venkatapura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Venkatapura is 624021. The village covers a total geographical area of 270.6 hectares and falls under the 562102 pincode. Bagepalli is the nearest town, located about 25 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 Sidlaghatta 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 177 people, consisting of 84 males and 93 females. The village has 51 households and a sex ratio of 1,107 females per 1,000 males. There are 19 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 93 literate and 84 illiterate residents. Additionally, 15 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Venkatapura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 177 | 84 | 93 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 9 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 93 | 54 | 39 |
| Illiterate Population | 84 | 30 | 54 |
Nearby Villages of Venkatapura
Venkatapura 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 Venkatapura
Venkatapura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Venkatapura.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bagepalli to Venkatapura is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chikkaballapur to Venkatapura is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 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 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Venkatapura
Where is Venkatapura located?
Venkatapura village is located in Sidlaghatta Taluka, Chikkaballapura district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Venkatapura?
Venkatapura is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Venkatapura?
The pincode of Venkatapura is 562102.
What is the population of Venkatapura?
Venkatapura has a total population of 177, including 84 males and 93 females.
How many households are there in Venkatapura?
There are 51 households in Venkatapura.
What is the literacy rate in Venkatapura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Venkatapura is 52.54%. Male literacy is 64.29% and female literacy is 41.94%.