Vijapura Forest
Vijapura Forest is a village located in Arkalgud taluka of Hassan district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Arkalgud (tehsildar office) and 38km away from district headquarter Hassan. As per 2009 stats, Vijapura Forest village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Vijapura Forest unique in its vibrant Arkalgud-Hassan region. You’ll see Vijapura Forest’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 Vijapura Forest
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Vijapura Forest is 616556. The village spans a total geographical area of 481.61 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 573102. Arkalgud is nearest town to Vijapura Forest village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
When it comes to local governance, Vijapura Forest 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 Vijapura Forest
Population of Vijapura Forest
According to the 2011 Census, Vijapura Forest has a total population of about 1,621, with approximately 815 males and 806 females. The sex ratio is around 988 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 173 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 637 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population includes 1 person. The overall literacy rate is approximately 55.83%, with male literacy at about 63.68% and female literacy near 47.89%. There are around 401 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Vijapura Forest's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,621 | 815 | 806 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 173 | 87 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 637 | 316 | 321 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | N/A | 1 |
| Literate Population | 905 | 519 | 386 |
| Illiterate Population | 716 | 296 | 420 |
Connectivity of Vijapura Forest
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Vijapura Forest. As per the 2011 stats, Vijapura Forest 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 <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Vijapura Forest
Knowing the nearby villages of Vijapura Forest helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Vijapura Forest.
Frequently Asked Questions about Vijapura Forest
- Where is Vijapura Forest located?
- Vijapura Forest village is situated in Arkalgud Taluka, within the Hassan district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Vijapura Forest?
- Vijapura Forest serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Vijapura Forest?
- The pincode of Vijapura Forest is 573102, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Vijapura Forest as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Vijapura Forest is 1,621, with 815 males and 806 females.
- How many households are there in Vijapura Forest as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Vijapura Forest village has a total of 401 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Vijapura Forest as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Vijapura Forest is 55.83%. The male literacy rate is 63.68%, while the female literacy rate is 47.89%.