Rangapura - Arsikere, Hassan
Rangapura is a village situated in the Arsikere taluka of Hassan district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Arsikere and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Hassan. Puralehalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rangapura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rangapura is 615583. The village covers a total geographical area of 92.23 hectares and falls under the 573162 pincode. Arsikere is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Rangapura 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 Rangapura
According to the 2011 Census, Rangapura village had a total population of 30 people, including 12 males and 18 females, living in 5 households. The sex ratio was 1,500 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.57%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 64.71%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 21.
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 | 30 | 12 | 18 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 7 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 22 | 11 | 11 |
| Illiterate Population | 8 | 1 | 7 |
Nearby Villages of Rangapura
Rangapura 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 Rangapura
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Rangapura.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Arsikere to Rangapura is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hassan to Rangapura 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 Rangapura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rangapura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Rangapura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rangapura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Rangapura
Where is Rangapura located?
Rangapura village is located in Arsikere Taluka, Hassan district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rangapura?
The Gram Panchayat of Rangapura is Puralehalli.
What is the pincode of Rangapura?
The pincode of Rangapura is 573162.
What is the population of Rangapura?
Rangapura had a total population of 30, including 12 males and 18 females.
How many households are there in Rangapura?
Rangapura had 5 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rangapura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rangapura was 78.57%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 64.71%.