Veerapura - Belur, Hassan
Veerapura is a village situated in the Belur taluka of Hassan district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Belur and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Hassan. Yalahanka serves as the Gram Panchayat for Veerapura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Veerapura is 615337. The village covers a total geographical area of 128.98 hectares and falls under the 573216 pincode. Belur is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Veerapura 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 Veerapura
According to the 2011 Census, Veerapura village had a total population of 137 people, including 77 males and 60 females, living in 33 households. The sex ratio was 779 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.46%, with male literacy at 94.52% and female literacy at 80.70%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 16.
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 | 137 | 77 | 60 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 9 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 115 | 69 | 46 |
| Illiterate Population | 22 | 8 | 14 |
Nearby Villages of Veerapura
Veerapura 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ramachandrapura | South-West | 1.02 km |
| Mallikarjunapura | East | 1.62 km |
| Yalahanka | North-East | 1.86 km |
| Chikkammanahalli | North | 2.10 km |
| Thendekere Jodi | North-West | 2.29 km |
| Devihalli | North-East | 2.38 km |
| Honnenahalli | West | 2.53 km |
| Shivayogipura | South-East | 2.58 km |
| Andale | South | 2.67 km |
| Kyathalapura | North | 3.11 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Veerapura
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Veerapura. The nearest railway station is Alur Halt, while the nearest airport is Mangalore International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 89.4 km.
| 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 Belur to Veerapura is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hassan to Veerapura is about 26 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 Veerapura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Veerapura 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Veerapura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Veerapura 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 Veerapura
Where is Veerapura located?
Veerapura village is located in Belur Taluka, Hassan district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Veerapura?
The Gram Panchayat of Veerapura is Yalahanka.
What is the pincode of Veerapura?
The pincode of Veerapura is 573216.
What is the population of Veerapura?
Veerapura had a total population of 137, including 77 males and 60 females.
How many households are there in Veerapura?
Veerapura had 33 households.
What is the literacy rate in Veerapura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Veerapura was 88.46%. Male literacy was 94.52% and female literacy was 80.70%.