Venkatapur - Chincholi, Kalaburagi
Venkatapur is a village situated in the Chincholi taluka of Kalaburagi district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 38 km from Chincholi and around 120 km from Gulbarga. Jattur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Venkatapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Venkatapur is 620361. The village covers a total geographical area of 1308.95 hectares and falls under the 585305 pincode. Chincholi is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Venkatapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sedam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalaburagi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Venkatapur
As per Census 2011, Venkatapur village has a total population of 2,474 people, consisting of 1,251 males and 1,223 females. The village has 470 households and a sex ratio of 977 females per 1,000 males. There are 362 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 859 literate and 1,615 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,569 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 24 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Venkatapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,474 | 1,251 | 1,223 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 362 | 180 | 182 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,569 | 798 | 771 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 24 | 14 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 859 | 565 | 294 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,615 | 686 | 929 |
Nearby Villages of Venkatapur
Venkatapur 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 Venkatapur
Public transport in the Venkatapur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chincholi to Venkatapur is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gulbarga to Venkatapur is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Venkatapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Venkatapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Venkatapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Venkatapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Venkatapur
Where is Venkatapur located?
Venkatapur village is located in Chincholi Taluka, Kalaburagi district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Venkatapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Venkatapur is Jattur.
What is the pincode of Venkatapur?
The pincode of Venkatapur is 585305.
What is the population of Venkatapur?
Venkatapur has a total population of 2,474, including 1,251 males and 1,223 females.
How many households are there in Venkatapur?
There are 470 households in Venkatapur.
What is the literacy rate in Venkatapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Venkatapur is 34.72%. Male literacy is 45.16% and female literacy is 24.04%.