Vijayapura - Honnali, Davanagere
Vijayapura is a village situated in the Honnali taluka of Davanagere district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Honnali and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Davanagere. Benakanahalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Vijayapura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vijayapura is 606781. The village covers a total geographical area of 696.94 hectares and falls under the 577224 pincode. Honnali is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Vijayapura 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 Vijayapura
According to the 2011 Census, Vijayapura village had a total population of 624 people, including 317 males and 307 females, living in 126 households. The sex ratio was 968 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.95%, with male literacy at 57.95% and female literacy at 43.85%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 623.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 624 | 317 | 307 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 100 | 53 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 623 | 316 | 307 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 267 | 153 | 114 |
| Illiterate Population | 357 | 164 | 193 |
Nearby Villages of Vijayapura
Vijayapura 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 Vijayapura
Vijayapura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Vijayapura is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Davanagere to Vijayapura is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vijayapura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vijayapura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Vijayapura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vijayapura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Vijayapura
Where is Vijayapura located?
Vijayapura village is located in Honnali Taluka, Davanagere district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vijayapura?
The Gram Panchayat of Vijayapura is Benakanahalli.
What is the pincode of Vijayapura?
The pincode of Vijayapura is 577224.
What is the population of Vijayapura?
Vijayapura had a total population of 624, including 317 males and 307 females.
How many households are there in Vijayapura?
Vijayapura had 126 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vijayapura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vijayapura was 50.95%. Male literacy was 57.95% and female literacy was 43.85%.