Bullapura - Honnali, Davanagere
Bullapura is a village situated in the Honnali taluka of Davanagere district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Honnali and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Davanagere. Rampur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bullapura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bullapura is 606859. The village covers a total geographical area of 222.53 hectares and falls under the 577224 pincode. Honnali is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Bullapura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Honnali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Davanagere Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bullapura
As per Census 2011, Bullapura village has a total population of 893 people, consisting of 458 males and 435 females. The village has 204 households and a sex ratio of 949 females per 1,000 males. There are 108 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 468 literate and 425 illiterate residents. Additionally, 104 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bullapura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 893 | 458 | 435 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 108 | 55 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 104 | 53 | 51 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 468 | 279 | 189 |
| Illiterate Population | 425 | 179 | 246 |
Nearby Villages of Bullapura
Bullapura 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Marigondanahalli | South-East | 1.38 km |
| Iyanoor | North-East | 1.42 km |
| Rampura | North | 1.85 km |
| Kuruva | South-West | 1.92 km |
| Kotehalu | South-East | 2.47 km |
| Achuthapura | East | 2.56 km |
| Goravarakatte | South | 3.25 km |
| Hottyapura | North | 3.28 km |
| Sevalal Nagar | West | 3.36 km |
| Huralihalli | South | 3.40 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bullapura
Bullapura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Konagavalli Halt, while the nearest airport is Hubli Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 114.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Honnali to Bullapura is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Davanagere to Bullapura is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bullapura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bullapura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bullapura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bullapura 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bullapura
Where is Bullapura located?
Bullapura village is located in Honnali Taluka, Davanagere district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bullapura?
The Gram Panchayat of Bullapura is Rampur.
What is the pincode of Bullapura?
The pincode of Bullapura is 577224.
What is the population of Bullapura?
Bullapura has a total population of 893, including 458 males and 435 females.
How many households are there in Bullapura?
There are 204 households in Bullapura.
What is the literacy rate in Bullapura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bullapura is 52.41%. Male literacy is 60.92% and female literacy is 43.45%.