Basavanapalli - Srinivaspur, Kolar
Basavanapalli is a village situated in the Srinivaspur taluka of Kolar district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Srinivaspur and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Kolar. Rayalpad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Basavanapalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Basavanapalli is 621427. The village covers a total geographical area of 201.78 hectares and falls under the 563134 pincode. Madanapalli (andhra Pradesh) is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Basavanapalli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President 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 Basavanapalli
According to the 2011 Census, Basavanapalli village had a total population of 306 people, including 148 males and 158 females, living in 71 households. The sex ratio was 1,068 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.73%, with male literacy at 77.27% and female literacy at 53.15%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 111.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 306 | 148 | 158 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 16 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 111 | 56 | 55 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 178 | 102 | 76 |
| Illiterate Population | 128 | 46 | 82 |
Nearby Villages of Basavanapalli
Basavanapalli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Manjevaripalli | East | 1.20 km |
| Gudisivaripalli | West | 1.51 km |
| Balthmari | North | 1.71 km |
| Rayalpad | South | 2.03 km |
| M.thummalapalli | East | 2.42 km |
| Vyapalahalli | North-East | 2.76 km |
| Yendaguttapalli | South | 2.91 km |
| Mudivaripalli | South-West | 3.01 km |
| Yeramvaripalli | West | 3.06 km |
| Raghunathapura | North | 3.06 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Basavanapalli
Basavanapalli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Tummanamgutta, while the nearest airport is Kempegowda International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 59.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Madanapalli (andhra Pradesh) to Basavanapalli is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kolar to Basavanapalli is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Basavanapalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Basavanapalli 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Basavanapalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Basavanapalli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Basavanapalli
Where is Basavanapalli located?
Basavanapalli village is located in Srinivaspur Taluka, Kolar district, Karnataka, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Basavanapalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Basavanapalli is Rayalpad.
What is the pincode of Basavanapalli?
The pincode of Basavanapalli is 563134.
What is the population of Basavanapalli?
Basavanapalli had a total population of 306, including 148 males and 158 females.
How many households are there in Basavanapalli?
Basavanapalli had 71 households.
What is the literacy rate in Basavanapalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Basavanapalli was 64.73%. Male literacy was 77.27% and female literacy was 53.15%.