Lingapura
Lingapura is a village located in Narasimharajapura taluka of Chikmagalur district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Narasimharajapura (tehsildar office) and 95km away from district headquarter Chikmagalur. As per 2009 stats, Mensur is the gram panchayat of Lingapura village.
Lingapura has its own place in the vibrant Chikmagalur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Lingapura
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Lingapura is 609055. The village spans a total geographical area of 530.76 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 577134. N.r.pura is nearest town to Lingapura village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 4km away.
When it comes to local governance, Lingapura village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Sringeri Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Udupi Chikkamagaluru Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Lingapura
Population of Lingapura
Below is a concise population overview of Lingapura as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 901 | 436 | 465 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 81 | 43 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 144 | 70 | 74 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 49 | 26 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 648 | 319 | 329 |
| Illiterate Population | 253 | 117 | 136 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Lingapura village:
- The total population of Lingapura village is around 901, including approximately 436 males and 465 females, with a sex ratio of 1066 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 81 children aged 0–6 years in Lingapura village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Lingapura village has 144 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 49 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Lingapura village is about 71.92%, with male literacy at 73.17% and female literacy at 70.75%.
- There are around 220 households in Lingapura village.
Connectivity of Lingapura
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Lingapura. As per the 2011 stats, Lingapura had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Lingapura
Knowing the nearby villages of Lingapura helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Lingapura.
Frequently Asked Questions about Lingapura
- Where is Lingapura located?
- Lingapura village is situated in Narasimharajapura Taluka, within the Chikmagalur district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Lingapura?
- The Gram Panchayat of Lingapura is Mensur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Lingapura?
- The pincode of Lingapura is 577134, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Lingapura as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Lingapura is 901, with 436 males and 465 females.
- How many households are there in Lingapura as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Lingapura village has a total of 220 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Lingapura as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Lingapura is 71.92%. The male literacy rate is 73.17%, while the female literacy rate is 70.75%.