Lingapura - Malur, Kolar
Lingapura is a village situated in the Malur taluka of Kolar district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malur and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Kolar. Hungenahalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lingapura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lingapura is 622143. The village covers a total geographical area of 153.41 hectares and falls under the 563130 pincode. Malur is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Lingapura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Malur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kolar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lingapura
As per Census 2011, Lingapura village has a total population of 210 people, consisting of 102 males and 108 females. The village has 45 households and a sex ratio of 1,058 females per 1,000 males. There are 19 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 115 literate and 95 illiterate residents. Additionally, 199 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lingapura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 210 | 102 | 108 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 12 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 199 | 99 | 100 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 115 | 63 | 52 |
| Illiterate Population | 95 | 39 | 56 |
Nearby Villages of Lingapura
Lingapura 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chavvenahalli | North-East | 0.93 km |
| Doddakadathur | East | 1.57 km |
| Maliyappanahalli | North | 2.00 km |
| M.sonnahalli | North-West | 2.09 km |
| Guddanahalli | South-East | 2.31 km |
| Chikkakadathur | North-East | 2.45 km |
| Chikkashivara | East | 2.86 km |
| Madivala | North-West | 2.87 km |
| Neelakanta Agrahara | South | 2.89 km |
| Abbenahalli | North | 2.98 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lingapura
Public transport in the Lingapura is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Malur, while the nearest airport is Kempegowda International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 25.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Malur to Lingapura is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kolar to Lingapura is about 32 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 Lingapura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lingapura 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 Lingapura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lingapura 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 Lingapura
Where is Lingapura located?
Lingapura village is located in Malur Taluka, Kolar district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lingapura?
The Gram Panchayat of Lingapura is Hungenahalli.
What is the pincode of Lingapura?
The pincode of Lingapura is 563130.
What is the population of Lingapura?
Lingapura has a total population of 210, including 102 males and 108 females.
How many households are there in Lingapura?
There are 45 households in Lingapura.
What is the literacy rate in Lingapura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lingapura is 54.76%. Male literacy is 61.76% and female literacy is 48.15%.