Voppachahalli - Malur, Kolar
Voppachahalli is a village situated in the Malur taluka of Kolar district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malur and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Kolar. Dadinaikanahallidoddi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Voppachahalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Voppachahalli is 622270. The village covers a total geographical area of 157.63 hectares and falls under the 563139 pincode. Malur is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Voppachahalli 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 Voppachahalli
As per Census 2011, Voppachahalli village has a total population of 738 people, consisting of 381 males and 357 females. The village has 158 households and a sex ratio of 937 females per 1,000 males. There are 61 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 414 literate and 324 illiterate residents. Additionally, 249 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Voppachahalli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 738 | 381 | 357 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 37 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 249 | 119 | 130 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 414 | 241 | 173 |
| Illiterate Population | 324 | 140 | 184 |
Nearby Villages of Voppachahalli
Voppachahalli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Madamangala | East | 1.07 km |
| Baliganapalli | West | 1.43 km |
| Tharabahalli | North | 1.65 km |
| Dadinayakanadoddi | South | 2.04 km |
| Padavanahalli | East | 2.15 km |
| Chalaganahalli | North-East | 2.39 km |
| Siddanahalli | North-West | 2.65 km |
| Bennagatta | South | 2.95 km |
| Gonoorukoppa | North | 3.12 km |
| Baliganahalli | North-East | 3.27 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Voppachahalli
Voppachahalli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 32.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Malur to Voppachahalli is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kolar to Voppachahalli is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Voppachahalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Voppachahalli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Voppachahalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Voppachahalli 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Voppachahalli
Where is Voppachahalli located?
Voppachahalli village is located in Malur Taluka, Kolar district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Voppachahalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Voppachahalli is Dadinaikanahallidoddi.
What is the pincode of Voppachahalli?
The pincode of Voppachahalli is 563139.
What is the population of Voppachahalli?
Voppachahalli has a total population of 738, including 381 males and 357 females.
How many households are there in Voppachahalli?
There are 158 households in Voppachahalli.
What is the literacy rate in Voppachahalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Voppachahalli is 56.10%. Male literacy is 63.25% and female literacy is 48.46%.