Giriyapura - Hosdurga, Chitradurga
Giriyapura is a village situated in the Hosdurga taluka of Chitradurga district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hosdurga and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Chitradurga. Guddadanerlakere serves as the Gram Panchayat for Giriyapura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Giriyapura is 606024. The village covers a total geographical area of 190.08 hectares and falls under the 577533 pincode. Hosdurga is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Giriyapura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hosadurga Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chitradurga Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Giriyapura
As per Census 2011, Giriyapura village has a total population of 579 people, consisting of 301 males and 278 females. The village has 122 households and a sex ratio of 923 females per 1,000 males. There are 135 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 216 literate and 363 illiterate residents. Additionally, 548 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 21 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Giriyapura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 579 | 301 | 278 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 135 | 82 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 548 | 284 | 264 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 21 | 11 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 216 | 123 | 93 |
| Illiterate Population | 363 | 178 | 185 |
Nearby Villages of Giriyapura
Giriyapura 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rangenahalli | North-West | 0.80 km |
| Doddakarpuradakatte | South | 1.52 km |
| Chikkakarpuradakatte | South-East | 2.36 km |
| Laxmidevarahalli | East | 2.59 km |
| Guddadaneralakere | North | 2.81 km |
| Kaggalakatte | South | 2.97 km |
| Kasappanahalli | North-East | 3.47 km |
| Balenahalli | South-West | 3.67 km |
| Kappanaikanahalli | West | 3.89 km |
| Kanubenahalli | South-East | 4.24 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Giriyapura
Giriyapura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Hosdurga Road, while the nearest airport is Kempegowda International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 112.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Hosdurga to Giriyapura is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chitradurga to Giriyapura is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Giriyapura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Giriyapura 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 Giriyapura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Giriyapura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Giriyapura
Where is Giriyapura located?
Giriyapura village is located in Hosdurga Taluka, Chitradurga district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Giriyapura?
The Gram Panchayat of Giriyapura is Guddadanerlakere.
What is the pincode of Giriyapura?
The pincode of Giriyapura is 577533.
What is the population of Giriyapura?
Giriyapura has a total population of 579, including 301 males and 278 females.
How many households are there in Giriyapura?
There are 122 households in Giriyapura.
What is the literacy rate in Giriyapura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Giriyapura is 37.31%. Male literacy is 40.86% and female literacy is 33.45%.