Giriyapura
Giriyapura is a village located in Channagiri taluka of Davanagere district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Channagiri (tehsildar office) and 33km away from district headquarter Davanagere. As per 2009 stats, Kogaluru is the gram panchayat of Giriyapura village.
Giriyapura has its own place in the vibrant Davanagere region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Giriyapura
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Giriyapura is 606939. The village spans a total geographical area of 233.74 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 577552. Channagiri is nearest town to Giriyapura village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
When it comes to local governance, Giriyapura village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Channagiri Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Davanagere Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Giriyapura
Population of Giriyapura
Below is a concise population overview of Giriyapura as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 533 | 261 | 272 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 27 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 7 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 174 | 86 | 88 |
| Literate Population | 352 | 192 | 160 |
| Illiterate Population | 181 | 69 | 112 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Giriyapura village:
- The total population of Giriyapura village is around 533, including approximately 261 males and 272 females, with a sex ratio of 1042 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 51 children aged 0–6 years in Giriyapura village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Giriyapura village has 13 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 174 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Giriyapura village is about 66.04%, with male literacy at 73.56% and female literacy at 58.82%.
- There are around 130 households in Giriyapura village.
Connectivity of Giriyapura
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Giriyapura. As per the 2011 stats, Giriyapura had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Giriyapura
Knowing the nearby villages of Giriyapura helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Giriyapura.
Frequently Asked Questions about Giriyapura
- Where is Giriyapura located?
- Giriyapura village is situated in Channagiri Taluka, within the Davanagere district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Giriyapura?
- The Gram Panchayat of Giriyapura is Kogaluru (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Giriyapura?
- The pincode of Giriyapura is 577552, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Giriyapura as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Giriyapura is 533, with 261 males and 272 females.
- How many households are there in Giriyapura as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Giriyapura village has a total of 130 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Giriyapura as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Giriyapura is 66.04%. The male literacy rate is 73.56%, while the female literacy rate is 58.82%.