Mallapura - Belur, Hassan
Mallapura is a village situated in the Belur taluka of Hassan district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Belur and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Hassan. Lakkunda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mallapura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mallapura is 615149. The village covers a total geographical area of 94.72 hectares and falls under the 573115 pincode. Belur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Mallapura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Belur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hassan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mallapura
According to the 2011 Census, Mallapura village had a total population of 166 people, including 93 males and 73 females, living in 42 households. The sex ratio was 785 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.68%, with male literacy at 87.36% and female literacy at 58.21%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 146.
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 | 166 | 93 | 73 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 146 | 80 | 66 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 115 | 76 | 39 |
| Illiterate Population | 51 | 17 | 34 |
Nearby Villages of Mallapura
Mallapura 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 Mallapura
Mallapura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Belur to Mallapura is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hassan to Mallapura is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mallapura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mallapura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Mallapura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mallapura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mallapura
Where is Mallapura located?
Mallapura village is located in Belur Taluka, Hassan district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mallapura?
The Gram Panchayat of Mallapura is Lakkunda.
What is the pincode of Mallapura?
The pincode of Mallapura is 573115.
What is the population of Mallapura?
Mallapura had a total population of 166, including 93 males and 73 females.
How many households are there in Mallapura?
Mallapura had 42 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mallapura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mallapura was 74.68%. Male literacy was 87.36% and female literacy was 58.21%.