Lingapura - Honnali, Davanagere
Lingapura is a village situated in the Honnali taluka of Davanagere district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Honnali and around 76 km from the district headquarters in Davanagere. Lingapura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lingapura is 606870. The village covers a total geographical area of 434.38 hectares and falls under the 577243 pincode. Honnali is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Lingapura 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 Lingapura
As per Census 2011, Lingapura village has a total population of 2,462 people, consisting of 1,267 males and 1,195 females. The village has 505 households and a sex ratio of 943 females per 1,000 males. There are 227 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,657 literate and 805 illiterate residents. Additionally, 740 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 76 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lingapura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,462 | 1,267 | 1,195 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 227 | 124 | 103 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 740 | 369 | 371 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 76 | 43 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 1,657 | 924 | 733 |
| Illiterate Population | 805 | 343 | 462 |
Nearby Villages of Lingapura
Lingapura 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hanagavadi | South | 1.36 km |
| Hosahalli | North | 1.96 km |
| Channambapura | East | 2.31 km |
| Thaggehalli | West | 2.53 km |
| Bagavadi | West | 2.55 km |
| Malali | South-West | 2.86 km |
| Huralihalli | North-West | 3.29 km |
| Nimbegondi | South-East | 3.45 km |
| Kotehalu | North-West | 3.49 km |
| Kurubaravittalapura | South-East | 3.56 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lingapura
Lingapura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Shimoga Town, while the nearest airport is Vijayanagar Aerodrome (jsw), situated at an approximate aerial distance of 117.9 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 Honnali to Lingapura is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Davanagere to Lingapura is about 76 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lingapura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lingapura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Lingapura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lingapura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Lingapura
Where is Lingapura located?
Lingapura village is located in Honnali Taluka, Davanagere district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lingapura?
Lingapura is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lingapura?
The pincode of Lingapura is 577243.
What is the population of Lingapura?
Lingapura has a total population of 2,462, including 1,267 males and 1,195 females.
How many households are there in Lingapura?
There are 505 households in Lingapura.
What is the literacy rate in Lingapura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lingapura is 67.30%. Male literacy is 72.93% and female literacy is 61.34%.