Virupakshapura - Channarayapatna, Hassan
Virupakshapura is a village situated in the Channarayapatna taluka of Hassan district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Channarayapatna and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Hassan. Nuggehalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Virupakshapura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Virupakshapura is 617257. The village covers a total geographical area of 211.13 hectares and falls under the 573131 pincode. Channarayapatna is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Virupakshapura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shravanabelagola Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hassan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Virupakshapura
As per Census 2011, Virupakshapura village has a total population of 701 people, consisting of 342 males and 359 females. The village has 198 households and a sex ratio of 1,049 females per 1,000 males. There are 56 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 392 literate and 309 illiterate residents. Additionally, 275 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 11 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Virupakshapura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 701 | 342 | 359 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 30 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 275 | 132 | 143 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 3 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 392 | 216 | 176 |
| Illiterate Population | 309 | 126 | 183 |
Nearby Villages of Virupakshapura
Virupakshapura 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nuggehalli | South-East | 2.09 km |
| M.dasapura | East | 2.12 km |
| Hoovinahalli | North-East | 2.15 km |
| Honna Maranahalli | South | 2.24 km |
| Rayasamudra Kaval | North-West | 2.51 km |
| Mavinahalli | West | 2.94 km |
| A.belaguli | North | 3.04 km |
| Avverahalli | South-West | 3.42 km |
| Narenahalli | North | 3.47 km |
| Mullkere | East | 3.65 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Virupakshapura
Virupakshapura is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Tiptur, while the nearest airport is Mysore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 68.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Channarayapatna to Virupakshapura is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hassan to Virupakshapura is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Virupakshapura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Virupakshapura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Virupakshapura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Virupakshapura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Virupakshapura
Where is Virupakshapura located?
Virupakshapura village is located in Channarayapatna Taluka, Hassan district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Virupakshapura?
The Gram Panchayat of Virupakshapura is Nuggehalli.
What is the pincode of Virupakshapura?
The pincode of Virupakshapura is 573131.
What is the population of Virupakshapura?
Virupakshapura has a total population of 701, including 342 males and 359 females.
How many households are there in Virupakshapura?
There are 198 households in Virupakshapura.
What is the literacy rate in Virupakshapura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Virupakshapura is 55.92%. Male literacy is 63.16% and female literacy is 49.03%.