Veerapura - Kolar
Veerapura is a village situated in the Kolar taluka of Kolar district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 6 km from Kolar, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Thoradevanda Halli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Veerapura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Veerapura is 621995. The village covers a total geographical area of 211.35 hectares and falls under the 563126 pincode. Kolar is the nearest town, located about 6 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 Srinivaspur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kolar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Veerapura
As per Census 2011, Veerapura village has a total population of 538 people, consisting of 288 males and 250 females. The village has 114 households and a sex ratio of 868 females per 1,000 males. There are 57 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 384 literate and 154 illiterate residents. Additionally, 129 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Veerapura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 538 | 288 | 250 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 23 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 129 | 71 | 58 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 384 | 237 | 147 |
| Illiterate Population | 154 | 51 | 103 |
Nearby Villages of Veerapura
Veerapura 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 Veerapura
Veerapura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Veerapura.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Kolar to Veerapura is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. 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 5-10 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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Veerapura
Where is Veerapura located?
Veerapura village is located in Kolar Taluka, Kolar district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Veerapura?
The Gram Panchayat of Veerapura is Thoradevanda Halli.
What is the pincode of Veerapura?
The pincode of Veerapura is 563126.
What is the population of Veerapura?
Veerapura has a total population of 538, including 288 males and 250 females.
How many households are there in Veerapura?
There are 114 households in Veerapura.
What is the literacy rate in Veerapura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Veerapura is 71.38%. Male literacy is 82.29% and female literacy is 58.80%.