Channapura - Channarayapatna, Hassan
Channapura is a village situated in the Channarayapatna taluka of Hassan district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Channarayapatna and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Hassan. Anekere serves as the Gram Panchayat for Channapura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Channapura is 617084. The village covers a total geographical area of 78.42 hectares and falls under the 573116 pincode. Channarayapatna is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Channapura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Holenarasipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hassan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Channapura
According to the 2011 Census, Channapura village had a total population of 227 people, including 113 males and 114 females, living in 54 households. The sex ratio was 1,009 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.04%, with male literacy at 89.62% and female literacy at 72.38%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1.
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 | 227 | 113 | 114 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 7 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 171 | 95 | 76 |
| Illiterate Population | 56 | 18 | 38 |
Nearby Villages of Channapura
Channapura 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 Channapura
Channapura is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. Channapura has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Channarayapatna to Channapura is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hassan to Channapura is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Channapura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Channapura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Channapura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Channapura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Channapura
Where is Channapura located?
Channapura village is located in Channarayapatna Taluka, Hassan district, Karnataka, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Channapura?
The Gram Panchayat of Channapura is Anekere.
What is the pincode of Channapura?
The pincode of Channapura is 573116.
What is the population of Channapura?
Channapura had a total population of 227, including 113 males and 114 females.
How many households are there in Channapura?
Channapura had 54 households.
What is the literacy rate in Channapura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Channapura was 81.04%. Male literacy was 89.62% and female literacy was 72.38%.