Rampura - Honnali, Davanagere
Rampura 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 Rampura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rampura is 606858. The village covers a total geographical area of 508.03 hectares and falls under the 577224 pincode. Honnali is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Rampura 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 Rampura
As per Census 2011, Rampura village has a total population of 1,788 people, consisting of 912 males and 876 females. The village has 388 households and a sex ratio of 960 females per 1,000 males. There are 142 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,280 literate and 508 illiterate residents. Additionally, 255 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 84 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rampura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,788 | 912 | 876 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 142 | 65 | 77 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 255 | 136 | 119 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 84 | 42 | 42 |
| Literate Population | 1,280 | 710 | 570 |
| Illiterate Population | 508 | 202 | 306 |
Nearby Villages of Rampura
Rampura 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hottyapura | North | 1.44 km |
| Iyanoor | South-East | 1.74 km |
| Bullapura | South | 1.85 km |
| Hirebasur | North | 2.85 km |
| Govinakovi | West | 2.98 km |
| Kuruva | South-West | 3.02 km |
| Sadashivapura | North-East | 3.13 km |
| Marigondanahalli | South | 3.19 km |
| Ujjanipura | North-East | 3.33 km |
| Sasavehalli | East | 3.40 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Rampura
Rampura 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 113.3 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 Rampura is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Davanagere to Rampura 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 Rampura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rampura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Rampura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rampura 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 Rampura
Where is Rampura located?
Rampura village is located in Honnali Taluka, Davanagere district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rampura?
The Gram Panchayat of Rampura is Rampur.
What is the pincode of Rampura?
The pincode of Rampura is 577224.
What is the population of Rampura?
Rampura has a total population of 1,788, including 912 males and 876 females.
How many households are there in Rampura?
There are 388 households in Rampura.
What is the literacy rate in Rampura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rampura is 71.59%. Male literacy is 77.85% and female literacy is 65.07%.