Veerapura - Hangal, Haveri
Veerapura is a village situated in the Hangal taluka of Haveri district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hangal and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Haveri. Havanagi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Veerapura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Veerapura is 604153. The village covers a total geographical area of 254.78 hectares and falls under the 581102 pincode. Hangal is the nearest town, located about 14 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 Hangal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Haveri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Veerapura
According to the 2011 Census, Veerapura village had a total population of 825 people, including 452 males and 373 females, living in 167 households. The sex ratio was 825 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.10%, with male literacy at 95.54% and female literacy at 81.21%.
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 | 825 | 452 | 373 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 91 | 48 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 654 | 386 | 268 |
| Illiterate Population | 171 | 66 | 105 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Basapur (m) Adur | South-East | 1.81 km |
| Somapur | South | 1.87 km |
| Hirehullal | East | 2.38 km |
| Balambeed | North-West | 2.84 km |
| Havanagi | West | 2.93 km |
| Wasan | South | 3.22 km |
| Tavargoppa | South-East | 3.52 km |
| Malagund | South-West | 3.98 km |
| Tumarikoppa | North-East | 4.02 km |
| Channapur (m) Adur | North | 4.72 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Veerapura
Veerapura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Haveri, while the nearest airport is Hubli Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 54.7 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 Hangal to Veerapura is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Haveri to Veerapura is about 27 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 1-2 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Veerapura
Where is Veerapura located?
Veerapura village is located in Hangal Taluka, Haveri district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Veerapura?
The Gram Panchayat of Veerapura is Havanagi.
What is the pincode of Veerapura?
The pincode of Veerapura is 581102.
What is the population of Veerapura?
Veerapura had a total population of 825, including 452 males and 373 females.
How many households are there in Veerapura?
Veerapura had 167 households.
What is the literacy rate in Veerapura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Veerapura was 89.10%. Male literacy was 95.54% and female literacy was 81.21%.