Shivapura - Arsikere, Hassan
Shivapura is a village situated in the Arsikere taluka of Hassan district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Arsikere and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Hassan. Yadavanahalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shivapura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shivapura is 615831. The village covers a total geographical area of 155.76 hectares and falls under the 573119 pincode. Tiptur is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Shivapura 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 Shivapura
As per Census 2011, Shivapura village has a total population of 658 people, consisting of 319 males and 339 females. The village has 144 households and a sex ratio of 1,062 females per 1,000 males. There are 73 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 381 literate and 277 illiterate residents. Additionally, 51 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shivapura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 658 | 319 | 339 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 38 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 51 | 21 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 381 | 209 | 172 |
| Illiterate Population | 277 | 110 | 167 |
Nearby Villages of Shivapura
Shivapura 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sannenahalli | South-East | 1.12 km |
| Gowdanakatte | North-East | 1.77 km |
| Yadavanahalli | South-West | 1.77 km |
| Shivara | South-East | 2.59 km |
| Jalagaranahalli | South | 2.77 km |
| Gurugadahalli | East | 3.26 km |
| Annenahalli | North-West | 3.43 km |
| Chikkabidare | North-East | 3.45 km |
| Sanklapura | West | 3.66 km |
| Karikere | North | 3.90 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shivapura
Public transport in the Shivapura is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Honnavalli Road, while the nearest airport is Mysore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 87.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Tiptur to Shivapura is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hassan to Shivapura is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shivapura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shivapura 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Shivapura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shivapura 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shivapura
Where is Shivapura located?
Shivapura village is located in Arsikere Taluka, Hassan district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shivapura?
The Gram Panchayat of Shivapura is Yadavanahalli.
What is the pincode of Shivapura?
The pincode of Shivapura is 573119.
What is the population of Shivapura?
Shivapura has a total population of 658, including 319 males and 339 females.
How many households are there in Shivapura?
There are 144 households in Shivapura.
What is the literacy rate in Shivapura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shivapura is 57.90%. Male literacy is 65.52% and female literacy is 50.74%.