Venkatapura - Mulbagal, Kolar
Venkatapura is a village situated in the Mulbagal taluka of Kolar district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mulbagal and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Kolar. Mudigere serves as the Gram Panchayat for Venkatapura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Venkatapura is 623092. The village covers a total geographical area of 116.87 hectares and falls under the 563131 pincode. Mulbagal is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Venkatapura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mulbagal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kolar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Venkatapura
As per Census 2011, Venkatapura village has a total population of 237 people, consisting of 121 males and 116 females. The village has 43 households and a sex ratio of 958 females per 1,000 males. There are 27 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 164 literate and 73 illiterate residents. Additionally, 55 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 21 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Venkatapura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 237 | 121 | 116 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 12 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 55 | 26 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 21 | 10 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 164 | 99 | 65 |
| Illiterate Population | 73 | 22 | 51 |
Nearby Villages of Venkatapura
Venkatapura 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mudigere | North-East | 1.27 km |
| Mallekuppa | West | 1.37 km |
| Chikkagollahalli | South | 1.43 km |
| Seegehosahalli | South-East | 1.47 km |
| Doddagollahalli | South-West | 1.69 km |
| Nangali | North | 1.70 km |
| Patrahalli | South-West | 1.99 km |
| N.chamakalahalli | East | 2.50 km |
| Chokkapalli | South | 2.61 km |
| Kagginahalli | South-East | 2.66 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Venkatapura
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Venkatapura. The nearest railway station is Coromandel, while the nearest airport is Vellore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mulbagal to Venkatapura is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kolar to Venkatapura is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Venkatapura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Venkatapura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Venkatapura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Venkatapura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Venkatapura
Where is Venkatapura located?
Venkatapura village is located in Mulbagal Taluka, Kolar district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Venkatapura?
The Gram Panchayat of Venkatapura is Mudigere.
What is the pincode of Venkatapura?
The pincode of Venkatapura is 563131.
What is the population of Venkatapura?
Venkatapura has a total population of 237, including 121 males and 116 females.
How many households are there in Venkatapura?
There are 43 households in Venkatapura.
What is the literacy rate in Venkatapura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Venkatapura is 69.20%. Male literacy is 81.82% and female literacy is 56.03%.