Shivapura - Holalkere, Chitradurga
Shivapura is a village situated in the Holalkere taluka of Chitradurga district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Holalkere and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Chitradurga. Shivapura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shivapura is 605732. The village covers a total geographical area of 495.69 hectares and falls under the 577531 pincode. Holalkere is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Shivapura 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 Shivapura
As per Census 2011, Shivapura village has a total population of 1,700 people, consisting of 880 males and 820 females. The village has 395 households and a sex ratio of 931 females per 1,000 males. There are 129 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,398 literate and 302 illiterate residents. Additionally, 285 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 82 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shivapura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,700 | 880 | 820 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 129 | 64 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 285 | 150 | 135 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 82 | 41 | 41 |
| Literate Population | 1,398 | 752 | 646 |
| Illiterate Population | 302 | 128 | 174 |
Nearby Villages of Shivapura
Shivapura 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kengunte | South-West | 1.93 km |
| Hulemalali | North | 2.02 km |
| Abradasikatte | West | 2.34 km |
| Malladihalli | South | 2.86 km |
| Gundimadu | South-East | 2.87 km |
| Kunugali | East | 3.11 km |
| Vanakemaradi Kaval | West | 4.03 km |
| Ramagatta | North-West | 4.04 km |
| Hosahalli | North-East | 4.21 km |
| N.mallapura | South | 4.25 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shivapura
Shivapura is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Holalkere, while the nearest airport is Vijayanagar Aerodrome (jsw), situated at an approximate aerial distance of 104.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Holalkere to Shivapura is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chitradurga to Shivapura is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shivapura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shivapura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Shivapura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shivapura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shivapura
Where is Shivapura located?
Shivapura village is located in Holalkere Taluka, Chitradurga district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shivapura?
Shivapura is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shivapura?
The pincode of Shivapura is 577531.
What is the population of Shivapura?
Shivapura has a total population of 1,700, including 880 males and 820 females.
How many households are there in Shivapura?
There are 395 households in Shivapura.
What is the literacy rate in Shivapura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shivapura is 82.24%. Male literacy is 85.45% and female literacy is 78.78%.