Veerapura - Channagiri, Davanagere
Veerapura is a village situated in the Channagiri taluka of Davanagere district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Channagiri and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Davanagere. Duravigere serves as the Gram Panchayat for Veerapura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Veerapura is 607119. The village covers a total geographical area of 368.35 hectares and falls under the 577213 pincode. Channagiri is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Veerapura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Channagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Davanagere Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Veerapura
As per Census 2011, Veerapura village has a total population of 228 people, consisting of 115 males and 113 females. The village has 55 households and a sex ratio of 982 females per 1,000 males. There are 20 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 153 literate and 75 illiterate residents. Additionally, 187 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Veerapura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 228 | 115 | 113 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 10 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 187 | 96 | 91 |
| Literate Population | 153 | 87 | 66 |
| Illiterate Population | 75 | 28 | 47 |
Nearby Villages of Veerapura
Veerapura is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Veerapura
Veerapura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Channagiri to Veerapura is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Davanagere to Veerapura 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 Veerapura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Veerapura 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 Veerapura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Veerapura 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 Veerapura
Where is Veerapura located?
Veerapura village is located in Channagiri Taluka, Davanagere district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Veerapura?
The Gram Panchayat of Veerapura is Duravigere.
What is the pincode of Veerapura?
The pincode of Veerapura is 577213.
What is the population of Veerapura?
Veerapura has a total population of 228, including 115 males and 113 females.
How many households are there in Veerapura?
There are 55 households in Veerapura.
What is the literacy rate in Veerapura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Veerapura is 67.11%. Male literacy is 75.65% and female literacy is 58.41%.