Thippapura - Alur, Hassan
Thippapura is a village situated in the Alur taluka of Hassan district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Alur and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Hassan. Madabalu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thippapura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thippapura is 616274. The village covers a total geographical area of 98.22 hectares and falls under the 573214 pincode. Alur is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Thippapura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Thippapura
As per Census 2011, Thippapura village has a total population of 182 people, consisting of 87 males and 95 females. The village has 50 households and a sex ratio of 1,091 females per 1,000 males. There are 16 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 108 literate and 74 illiterate residents. Additionally, 86 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Thippapura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 182 | 87 | 95 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 86 | 39 | 47 |
| Literate Population | 108 | 62 | 46 |
| Illiterate Population | 74 | 25 | 49 |
Nearby Villages of Thippapura
Thippapura 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 Thippapura
Thippapura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Alur to Thippapura is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hassan to Thippapura is about 28 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thippapura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thippapura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Thippapura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thippapura 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Thippapura
Where is Thippapura located?
Thippapura village is located in Alur Taluka, Hassan district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thippapura?
The Gram Panchayat of Thippapura is Madabalu.
What is the pincode of Thippapura?
The pincode of Thippapura is 573214.
What is the population of Thippapura?
Thippapura has a total population of 182, including 87 males and 95 females.
How many households are there in Thippapura?
There are 50 households in Thippapura.
What is the literacy rate in Thippapura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thippapura is 59.34%. Male literacy is 71.26% and female literacy is 48.42%.