Pura - Arsikere, Hassan
Pura is a village situated in the Arsikere taluka of Hassan district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Arsikere and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Hassan. Dummenahalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pura is 615728. The village covers a total geographical area of 165.18 hectares and falls under the 573112 pincode. Arsikere is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Pura 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 Pura
According to the 2011 Census, Pura village had a total population of 16 people, including 10 males and 6 females, living in 4 households. The sex ratio was 600 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 100.00%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 100.00%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 16 | 10 | 6 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 16 | 10 | 6 |
| Illiterate Population | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Nearby Villages of Pura
Pura is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Pura
Pura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Pura.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Arsikere to Pura is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hassan to Pura is about 54 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 Pura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Pura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pura
Where is Pura located?
Pura village is located in Arsikere Taluka, Hassan district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pura?
The Gram Panchayat of Pura is Dummenahalli.
What is the pincode of Pura?
The pincode of Pura is 573112.
What is the population of Pura?
Pura had a total population of 16, including 10 males and 6 females.
How many households are there in Pura?
Pura had 4 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pura was 100.00%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 100.00%.