Pura - Belur, Hassan
Pura is a village situated in the Belur taluka of Hassan district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Belur and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Hassan. Kogilamane serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pura is 615329. The village covers a total geographical area of 111.64 hectares and falls under the 573215 pincode. Belur is the nearest town, located about 7 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 Belur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hassan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pura
As per Census 2011, Pura village has a total population of 185 people, consisting of 101 males and 84 females. The village has 49 households and a sex ratio of 831 females per 1,000 males. There are 16 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 114 literate and 71 illiterate residents. Additionally, 135 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 185 | 101 | 84 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 135 | 74 | 61 |
| Literate Population | 114 | 77 | 37 |
| Illiterate Population | 71 | 24 | 47 |
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 shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Pura is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hassan to Pura is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Pura
Where is Pura located?
Pura village is located in Belur Taluka, Hassan district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pura?
The Gram Panchayat of Pura is Kogilamane.
What is the pincode of Pura?
The pincode of Pura is 573215.
What is the population of Pura?
Pura has a total population of 185, including 101 males and 84 females.
How many households are there in Pura?
There are 49 households in Pura.
What is the literacy rate in Pura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pura is 61.62%. Male literacy is 76.24% and female literacy is 44.05%.