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
According to the 2011 Census, Lingapura village had a total population of 168 people, including 86 males and 82 females, living in 23 households. The sex ratio was 953 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.41%, with male literacy at 66.67% and female literacy at 58.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 37, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 8.
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 | 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 had a total population of 168, including 86 males and 82 females.
How many households are there in Lingapura?
Lingapura had 23 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lingapura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lingapura was 62.41%. Male literacy was 66.67% and female literacy was 58.33%.