Channapura - Alur, Hassan
Channapura is a village situated in the Alur taluka of Hassan district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Alur and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Hassan. Kadalu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Channapura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Channapura is 616419. The village covers a total geographical area of 93.62 hectares and falls under the 573213 pincode. Alur is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Channapura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sakleshpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hassan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Channapura
According to the 2011 Census, Channapura village had a total population of 253 people, including 133 males and 120 females, living in 61 households. The sex ratio was 902 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.04%, with male literacy at 68.47% and female literacy at 55.24%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 71.
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 | 253 | 133 | 120 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 22 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 71 | 37 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 134 | 76 | 58 |
| Illiterate Population | 119 | 57 | 62 |
Nearby Villages of Channapura
Channapura 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 Channapura
Channapura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Channapura.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Alur to Channapura is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hassan to Channapura is about 18 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Channapura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Channapura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Channapura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Channapura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Channapura
Where is Channapura located?
Channapura village is located in Alur Taluka, Hassan district, Karnataka, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Channapura?
The Gram Panchayat of Channapura is Kadalu.
What is the pincode of Channapura?
The pincode of Channapura is 573213.
What is the population of Channapura?
Channapura had a total population of 253, including 133 males and 120 females.
How many households are there in Channapura?
Channapura had 61 households.
What is the literacy rate in Channapura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Channapura was 62.04%. Male literacy was 68.47% and female literacy was 55.24%.