Challapura - Arsikere, Hassan
Challapura is a village situated in the Arsikere taluka of Hassan district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Arsikere and around 51 km from the district headquarters in Hassan. Thalalur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Challapura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Challapura is 615733. The village covers a total geographical area of 257.09 hectares and falls under the 573103 pincode. Arsikere is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Challapura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arsikere Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hassan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Challapura
As per Census 2011, Challapura village has a total population of 862 people, consisting of 434 males and 428 females. The village has 204 households and a sex ratio of 986 females per 1,000 males. There are 65 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 680 literate and 182 illiterate residents. Additionally, 210 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Challapura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 862 | 434 | 428 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 28 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 210 | 102 | 108 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 680 | 370 | 310 |
| Illiterate Population | 182 | 64 | 118 |
Nearby Villages of Challapura
Challapura 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Thimmalapura | South-East | 1.48 km |
| Kunighattahalli | West | 1.60 km |
| Ajjanahalli | East | 1.62 km |
| Pannasamudra | North-East | 2.28 km |
| Thippanahalli | East | 2.29 km |
| Kellangere | North | 2.40 km |
| T.kodihalli | South-West | 2.53 km |
| Jotimallapura | South | 2.63 km |
| Thalalur | West | 3.09 km |
| Belagumba | South-East | 3.20 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Challapura
Challapura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Adihalli, while the nearest airport is Mysore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 92.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Arsikere to Challapura is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hassan to Challapura is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Challapura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Challapura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Challapura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Challapura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Challapura
Where is Challapura located?
Challapura village is located in Arsikere Taluka, Hassan district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Challapura?
The Gram Panchayat of Challapura is Thalalur.
What is the pincode of Challapura?
The pincode of Challapura is 573103.
What is the population of Challapura?
Challapura has a total population of 862, including 434 males and 428 females.
How many households are there in Challapura?
There are 204 households in Challapura.
What is the literacy rate in Challapura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Challapura is 78.89%. Male literacy is 85.25% and female literacy is 72.43%.