Venkatapura - Jagalur, Davanagere
Venkatapura is a village situated in the Jagalur taluka of Davanagere district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jagalur and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Davanagere. Hosakere serves as the Gram Panchayat for Venkatapura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Venkatapura is 606402. The village covers a total geographical area of 239.72 hectares and falls under the 577513 pincode. Jagalur is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Venkatapura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jagalur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Davanagere Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Venkatapura
According to the 2011 Census, Venkatapura village had a total population of 15 people, including 6 males and 9 females, living in 3 households. The sex ratio was 1,500 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.33%, with male literacy at 83.33% and female literacy at 66.67%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 13.
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 | 15 | 6 | 9 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 5 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Illiterate Population | 4 | 1 | 3 |
Nearby Villages of Venkatapura
Venkatapura 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Medakerihalli | North-East | 1.44 km |
| Gowripura | East | 1.58 km |
| Lakkampura | West | 1.71 km |
| Bedarabenakanahalli | South | 1.89 km |
| Krishnapura | West | 2.02 km |
| Hosakere | South | 3.10 km |
| Thumbinakatte | North-East | 3.11 km |
| Gadimakunte | North | 3.26 km |
| Katenahalli | West | 3.61 km |
| Gowdagondanahalli | South-East | 3.78 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Venkatapura
Public transport in the Venkatapura is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kotturu, while the nearest airport is Vijayanagar Aerodrome (jsw), situated at an approximate aerial distance of 52.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jagalur to Venkatapura is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Davanagere to Venkatapura is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Venkatapura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Venkatapura 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 Venkatapura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Venkatapura 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Venkatapura
Where is Venkatapura located?
Venkatapura village is located in Jagalur Taluka, Davanagere district, Karnataka, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Venkatapura?
The Gram Panchayat of Venkatapura is Hosakere.
What is the pincode of Venkatapura?
The pincode of Venkatapura is 577513.
What is the population of Venkatapura?
Venkatapura had a total population of 15, including 6 males and 9 females.
How many households are there in Venkatapura?
Venkatapura had 3 households.
What is the literacy rate in Venkatapura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Venkatapura was 73.33%. Male literacy was 83.33% and female literacy was 66.67%.