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.
Vijapura Forest has its own place in the vibrant Hassan region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
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
Below is a concise population overview of Vijapura Forest as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Vijapura Forest village:
- The total population of Vijapura Forest village is around 1,621, including approximately 815 males and 806 females, with a sex ratio of 988 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 173 children aged 0–6 years in Vijapura Forest village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Vijapura Forest village has 637 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Vijapura Forest village is about 55.83%, with male literacy at 63.68% and female literacy at 47.89%.
- There are around 401 households in Vijapura Forest village.
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%.