Obepalli - Srinivaspur, Kolar
Obepalli is a village situated in the Srinivaspur taluka of Kolar district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Srinivaspur and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Kolar. Chaldiganahalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Obepalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Obepalli is 621664. The village covers a total geographical area of 56.11 hectares and falls under the 563126 pincode. Srinivaspur is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Obepalli 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 Obepalli
According to the 2011 Census, Obepalli village had a total population of 290 people, including 149 males and 141 females, living in 60 households. The sex ratio was 946 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.30%, with male literacy at 75.57% and female literacy at 59.09%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 22, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 6.
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 | 290 | 149 | 141 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 18 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 10 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 177 | 99 | 78 |
| Illiterate Population | 113 | 50 | 63 |
Nearby Villages of Obepalli
Obepalli 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 Obepalli
Obepalli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Obepalli.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Srinivaspur to Obepalli is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kolar to Obepalli is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Obepalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Obepalli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Obepalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Obepalli 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Obepalli
Where is Obepalli located?
Obepalli village is located in Srinivaspur Taluka, Kolar district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Obepalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Obepalli is Chaldiganahalli.
What is the pincode of Obepalli?
The pincode of Obepalli is 563126.
What is the population of Obepalli?
Obepalli had a total population of 290, including 149 males and 141 females.
How many households are there in Obepalli?
Obepalli had 60 households.
What is the literacy rate in Obepalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Obepalli was 67.30%. Male literacy was 75.57% and female literacy was 59.09%.