Lingapura - Srinivaspur, Kolar
Lingapura is a village situated in the Srinivaspur taluka of Kolar district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Srinivaspur and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Kolar. Pulagurkota serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lingapura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lingapura is 621531. The village covers a total geographical area of 69.8 hectares and falls under the 563135 pincode. Srinivaspur is the nearest town, located about 30 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 Srinivaspur 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 168 people, consisting of 86 males and 82 females. The village has 23 households and a sex ratio of 953 females per 1,000 males. There are 27 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 88 literate and 80 illiterate residents. Additionally, 37 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lingapura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 168 | 86 | 82 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 17 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 37 | 19 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 88 | 46 | 42 |
| Illiterate Population | 80 | 40 | 40 |
Nearby Villages of Lingapura
Lingapura 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 Lingapura
Lingapura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Srinivaspur to Lingapura is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kolar to Lingapura is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
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) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Lingapura
Where is Lingapura located?
Lingapura village is located in Srinivaspur Taluka, Kolar district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lingapura?
The Gram Panchayat of Lingapura is Pulagurkota.
What is the pincode of Lingapura?
The pincode of Lingapura is 563135.
What is the population of Lingapura?
Lingapura has a total population of 168, including 86 males and 82 females.
How many households are there in Lingapura?
There are 23 households in Lingapura.
What is the literacy rate in Lingapura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lingapura is 52.38%. Male literacy is 53.49% and female literacy is 51.22%.