Venkatapura - Molakalmuru, Chitradurga
Venkatapura is a village situated in the Molakalmuru taluka of Chitradurga district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Molakalmuru and around 112 km from the district headquarters in Chitradurga. Dhevasamudra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Venkatapura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Venkatapura is 605176. The village covers a total geographical area of 374.38 hectares and falls under the 577540 pincode. Molakalmuru is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Venkatapura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Molakalmuru Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chitradurga Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Venkatapura
As per Census 2011, Venkatapura village has a total population of 1,755 people, consisting of 901 males and 854 females. The village has 335 households and a sex ratio of 947 females per 1,000 males. There are 198 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 955 literate and 800 illiterate residents. Additionally, 508 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 148 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Venkatapura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,755 | 901 | 854 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 198 | 100 | 98 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 508 | 265 | 243 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 148 | 73 | 75 |
| Literate Population | 955 | 590 | 365 |
| Illiterate Population | 800 | 311 | 489 |
Nearby Villages of Venkatapura
Venkatapura 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Vittalapura | North-West | 1.36 km |
| Urthal | East | 1.67 km |
| Pennammanahalli | North-East | 3.10 km |
| Machenahalli | South | 3.26 km |
| Ramasagara | West | 3.63 km |
| Thimmalapura | North | 3.82 km |
| Kadalur | East | 3.92 km |
| Devasamudra | West | 4.62 km |
| Hosanagalapura | North | 4.80 km |
| Veerapura | South-West | 5.58 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Venkatapura
Venkatapura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Somalapuram, while the nearest airport is Bellary Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 27.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Molakalmuru to Venkatapura is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chitradurga to Venkatapura is about 112 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Venkatapura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Venkatapura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Venkatapura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Venkatapura 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Venkatapura
Where is Venkatapura located?
Venkatapura village is located in Molakalmuru Taluka, Chitradurga district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Venkatapura?
The Gram Panchayat of Venkatapura is Dhevasamudra.
What is the pincode of Venkatapura?
The pincode of Venkatapura is 577540.
What is the population of Venkatapura?
Venkatapura has a total population of 1,755, including 901 males and 854 females.
How many households are there in Venkatapura?
There are 335 households in Venkatapura.
What is the literacy rate in Venkatapura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Venkatapura is 54.42%. Male literacy is 65.48% and female literacy is 42.74%.