Shankunipura - Kadur, Chikkamagaluru
Shankunipura is a village situated in the Kadur taluka of Chikkamagaluru district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 8 km from Kadur and around 55 km from Chikmagalur. Yemmedoddi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shankunipura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shankunipura is 609383. The village covers a total geographical area of 56.95 hectares and falls under the 577135 pincode.
Shankunipura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kadur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hassan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Nearby Villages of Shankunipura
Shankunipura 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hasthinapura | South | 3.07 km |
| Yemmedoddi | North | 3.58 km |
| Dodabukkasagara | East | 3.58 km |
| Chikkabukkasagara | East | 5.23 km |
| Padamane | South-West | 5.28 km |
| Sakrepatna | South | 5.52 km |
| Brahmasamudra | South-East | 5.96 km |
| Channenahalli | North-East | 5.99 km |
| Chattnapalya | South-East | 6.26 km |
| Kamenahallikaval | South-West | 6.43 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shankunipura
Public transport in the Shankunipura is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sakarayapatna, while the nearest airport is Mangalore International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 94.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| 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 Chikmagalur to Shankunipura is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shankunipura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shankunipura 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Shankunipura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shankunipura 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shankunipura
Where is Shankunipura located?
Shankunipura village is located in Kadur Taluka, Chikkamagaluru district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shankunipura?
The Gram Panchayat of Shankunipura is Yemmedoddi.
What is the pincode of Shankunipura?
The pincode of Shankunipura is 577135.