Keshavapura - Holalkere, Chitradurga
Keshavapura is a village situated in the Holalkere taluka of Chitradurga district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Holalkere and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Chitradurga. Chithrahalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Keshavapura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Keshavapura is 605716. The village covers a total geographical area of 496.58 hectares and falls under the 577557 pincode. Holalkere is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Keshavapura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Holalkere Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chitradurga Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Keshavapura
As per Census 2011, Keshavapura village has a total population of 545 people, consisting of 276 males and 269 females. The village has 115 households and a sex ratio of 974 females per 1,000 males. There are 64 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 287 literate and 258 illiterate residents. Additionally, 224 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 79 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Keshavapura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 545 | 276 | 269 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 32 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 224 | 111 | 113 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 79 | 39 | 40 |
| Literate Population | 287 | 164 | 123 |
| Illiterate Population | 258 | 112 | 146 |
Nearby Villages of Keshavapura
Keshavapura 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) |
|---|---|---|
| N.ballikatte | North | 1.80 km |
| Kannenahalli | East | 2.17 km |
| Hanumanakatte | South-East | 2.22 km |
| Sadarahalli | West | 2.30 km |
| Basavapura | East | 2.36 km |
| Malali | North-East | 2.90 km |
| Nallikatte | North | 3.07 km |
| Kashipura | East | 3.11 km |
| Arasanaghatta | South-West | 3.37 km |
| Chikkandavadi | West | 4.22 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Keshavapura
Keshavapura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Chikkandawadi, while the nearest airport is Vijayanagar Aerodrome (jsw), situated at an approximate aerial distance of 94.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Holalkere to Keshavapura is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chitradurga to Keshavapura is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Keshavapura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Keshavapura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Keshavapura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Keshavapura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Keshavapura
Where is Keshavapura located?
Keshavapura village is located in Holalkere Taluka, Chitradurga district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Keshavapura?
The Gram Panchayat of Keshavapura is Chithrahalli.
What is the pincode of Keshavapura?
The pincode of Keshavapura is 577557.
What is the population of Keshavapura?
Keshavapura has a total population of 545, including 276 males and 269 females.
How many households are there in Keshavapura?
There are 115 households in Keshavapura.
What is the literacy rate in Keshavapura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Keshavapura is 52.66%. Male literacy is 59.42% and female literacy is 45.72%.