Vijapura Forest - Arkalgud, Hassan
Vijapura Forest is a village situated in the Arkalgud taluka of Hassan district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Arkalgud and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Hassan. Vijapura Forest village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vijapura Forest is 616556. The village covers a total geographical area of 481.61 hectares and falls under the 573102 pincode. Arkalgud is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Vijapura Forest village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arkalgud Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hassan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Vijapura Forest
As per Census 2011, Vijapura Forest village has a total population of 1,621 people, consisting of 815 males and 806 females. The village has 401 households and a sex ratio of 988 females per 1,000 males. There are 173 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 905 literate and 716 illiterate residents. Additionally, 637 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vijapura Forest are given below:
| Category | 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 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 905 | 519 | 386 |
| Illiterate Population | 716 | 296 | 420 |
Nearby Villages of Vijapura Forest
Vijapura Forest is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kallur | South-East | 1.06 km |
| Darikongalale | North | 1.45 km |
| Bobbagalale | West | 1.60 km |
| Vijapura | North-East | 1.92 km |
| Kollangi | South | 2.04 km |
| Thattekere | East | 2.08 km |
| Harohalli | South-East | 2.20 km |
| Chowragallu | West | 2.30 km |
| Masarangala | North-West | 2.53 km |
| Mallenahalli | North-East | 2.67 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Vijapura Forest
Public transport in the Vijapura Forest is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Mavinkere, while the nearest airport is Mysore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 69.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Arkalgud to Vijapura Forest is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hassan to Vijapura Forest is about 38 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 Vijapura Forest
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vijapura Forest village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Vijapura Forest
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vijapura Forest village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Vijapura Forest
Where is Vijapura Forest located?
Vijapura Forest village is located in Arkalgud Taluka, Hassan district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vijapura Forest?
Vijapura Forest is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vijapura Forest?
The pincode of Vijapura Forest is 573102.
What is the population of Vijapura Forest?
Vijapura Forest has a total population of 1,621, including 815 males and 806 females.
How many households are there in Vijapura Forest?
There are 401 households in Vijapura Forest.
What is the literacy rate in Vijapura Forest?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vijapura Forest is 55.83%. Male literacy is 63.68% and female literacy is 47.89%.