Keralapura
Keralapura is a village located in Arkalgud taluka of Hassan district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 35km away from sub-district headquarter Arkalgud (tehsildar office) and 65km away from district headquarter Hassan. As per 2009 stats, Keralapura village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Keralapura unique in its vibrant Arkalgud-Hassan region. You’ll see Keralapura’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Keralapura
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Keralapura is 616787. The village spans a total geographical area of 397.13 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 573136. Arkalgud is nearest town to Keralapura village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.
When it comes to local governance, Keralapura village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Arkalgud Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hassan Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Keralapura
Population of Keralapura
According to the 2011 Census, Keralapura has a total population of about 4,335, with approximately 2,143 males and 2,192 females. The sex ratio is around 1022 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 439 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 231 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 10. The overall literacy rate is approximately 68.14%, with male literacy at about 74.90% and female literacy near 61.54%. There are around 1,077 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Keralapura's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,335 | 2,143 | 2,192 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 439 | 228 | 211 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 231 | 93 | 138 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 2,954 | 1,605 | 1,349 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,381 | 538 | 843 |
Connectivity of Keralapura
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Keralapura. As per the 2011 stats, Keralapura had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Keralapura
Knowing the nearby villages of Keralapura helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Keralapura.
Frequently Asked Questions about Keralapura
- Where is Keralapura located?
- Keralapura village is situated in Arkalgud Taluka, within the Hassan district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Keralapura?
- Keralapura serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Keralapura?
- The pincode of Keralapura is 573136, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Keralapura as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Keralapura is 4,335, with 2,143 males and 2,192 females.
- How many households are there in Keralapura as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Keralapura village has a total of 1,077 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Keralapura as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Keralapura is 68.14%. The male literacy rate is 74.90%, while the female literacy rate is 61.54%.