Viswanathapura - Challakere, Chitradurga
Viswanathapura is a village situated in the Challakere taluka of Chitradurga district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Challakere and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Chitradurga.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Viswanathapura is 605395. The village covers a total geographical area of 363.1 hectares and falls under the 577522 pincode. Challakere is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Viswanathapura is administered under an Urban Local Body. For political representation, the village falls under the Challakere Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chitradurga Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Viswanathapura
According to the 2011 Census, Viswanathapura village had a total population of 24 people, including 15 males and 9 females, living in 6 households. The sex ratio was 600 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.52%, with male literacy at 57.14% and female literacy at 55.56%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 8.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 24 | 15 | 9 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 6 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 13 | 8 | 5 |
| Illiterate Population | 11 | 7 | 4 |
Nearby Villages of Viswanathapura
Viswanathapura 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bommanakunte | North | 1.71 km |
| Parasuramapura | South-East | 2.48 km |
| Junjaragunte | North-West | 2.82 km |
| Chowluru | South-West | 3.63 km |
| Korlakunte | North-East | 4.06 km |
| Chowlur Kaval | South | 4.44 km |
| Parashuramapura Kaval | South-East | 5.09 km |
| Chattekamba | North-West | 5.48 km |
| Pagadalabande | North | 5.76 km |
| Putloorahalli | North-East | 5.95 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Viswanathapura
The nearest railway station is Challakere, while the nearest airport is Bellary Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 75.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Challakere to Viswanathapura is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chitradurga to Viswanathapura is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Viswanathapura
Where is Viswanathapura located?
Viswanathapura village is located in Challakere Taluka, Chitradurga district, Karnataka, India.
What is the pincode of Viswanathapura?
The pincode of Viswanathapura is 577522.
What is the population of Viswanathapura?
Viswanathapura had a total population of 24, including 15 males and 9 females.
How many households are there in Viswanathapura?
Viswanathapura had 6 households.
What is the literacy rate in Viswanathapura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Viswanathapura was 56.52%. Male literacy was 57.14% and female literacy was 55.56%.