Bakkapura - Harihar, Davanagere
Bakkapura is a village situated in the Harihar taluka of Davanagere district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harihar and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Davanagere. Sarati serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bakkapura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bakkapura is 606277. The village covers a total geographical area of 131.56 hectares and falls under the 577601 pincode. Harihar is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Bakkapura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Harihar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Davanagere Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bakkapura
As per Census 2011, Bakkapura village has a total population of 585 people, consisting of 285 males and 300 females. The village has 147 households and a sex ratio of 1,052 females per 1,000 males. There are 44 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 528 literate and 57 illiterate residents. Additionally, 40 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 23 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bakkapura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 585 | 285 | 300 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 22 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 40 | 20 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 23 | 9 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 528 | 262 | 266 |
| Illiterate Population | 57 | 23 | 34 |
Nearby Villages of Bakkapura
Bakkapura 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Harihar (rural) | South | 1.67 km |
| Haralapura (ct) | West | 2.03 km |
| Ganganarasi | North-East | 2.20 km |
| Bhyranahalli | North | 2.64 km |
| Amaravathi (ct) | South | 2.97 km |
| Vaderahalli | North-East | 3.81 km |
| Nadiharalalli | North-West | 4.01 km |
| Dheetur | North | 4.19 km |
| Doggalli | South-East | 4.38 km |
| Kakkaragolla | East | 4.61 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bakkapura
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Bakkapura. The nearest railway station is Harihar, while the nearest airport is Vijayanagar Aerodrome (jsw), situated at an approximate aerial distance of 85.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Harihar to Bakkapura is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Davanagere to Bakkapura is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bakkapura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bakkapura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bakkapura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bakkapura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bakkapura
Where is Bakkapura located?
Bakkapura village is located in Harihar Taluka, Davanagere district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bakkapura?
The Gram Panchayat of Bakkapura is Sarati.
What is the pincode of Bakkapura?
The pincode of Bakkapura is 577601.
What is the population of Bakkapura?
Bakkapura has a total population of 585, including 285 males and 300 females.
How many households are there in Bakkapura?
There are 147 households in Bakkapura.
What is the literacy rate in Bakkapura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bakkapura is 90.26%. Male literacy is 91.93% and female literacy is 88.67%.