Venkatapura - Arsikere, Hassan
Venkatapura is a village situated in the Arsikere taluka of Hassan district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Arsikere and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Hassan. Puralehalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Venkatapura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Venkatapura is 615599. The village covers a total geographical area of 534.91 hectares and falls under the 573103 pincode. Arsikere is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Venkatapura 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 Venkatapura
As per Census 2011, Venkatapura village has a total population of 121 people, consisting of 59 males and 62 females. The village has 31 households and a sex ratio of 1,050 females per 1,000 males. There are 5 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 101 literate and 20 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Venkatapura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 121 | 59 | 62 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 1 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 101 | 55 | 46 |
| Illiterate Population | 20 | 4 | 16 |
Nearby Villages of Venkatapura
Venkatapura 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 Venkatapura
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Venkatapura.
| 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 Venkatapura is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hassan to Venkatapura is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Venkatapura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Venkatapura 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 Venkatapura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Venkatapura 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 Venkatapura
Where is Venkatapura located?
Venkatapura village is located in Arsikere Taluka, Hassan district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Venkatapura?
The Gram Panchayat of Venkatapura is Puralehalli.
What is the pincode of Venkatapura?
The pincode of Venkatapura is 573103.
What is the population of Venkatapura?
Venkatapura has a total population of 121, including 59 males and 62 females.
How many households are there in Venkatapura?
There are 31 households in Venkatapura.
What is the literacy rate in Venkatapura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Venkatapura is 83.47%. Male literacy is 93.22% and female literacy is 74.19%.