Venkatagiri
Venkatagiri is a village located in Gangawati taluka of Koppal district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Gangawati (tehsildar office) and 42km away from district headquarter Koppal. As per 2009 stats, Venkatagiri village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Venkatagiri unique in its vibrant Gangawati-Koppal region. You’ll see Venkatagiri’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Venkatagiri
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Venkatagiri is 601606. The village spans a total geographical area of 1122.66 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 583235. Gangawati is nearest town to Venkatagiri village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
When it comes to local governance, Venkatagiri village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Gangawati Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Koppal Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Venkatagiri
Population of Venkatagiri
According to the 2011 Census, Venkatagiri has a total population of about 3,048, with approximately 1,559 males and 1,489 females. The sex ratio is around 955 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 561 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 655 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 234. The overall literacy rate is approximately 48.72%, with male literacy at about 54.91% and female literacy near 42.24%. There are around 532 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Venkatagiri's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,048 | 1,559 | 1,489 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 561 | 299 | 262 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 655 | 334 | 321 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 234 | 120 | 114 |
| Literate Population | 1,485 | 856 | 629 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,563 | 703 | 860 |
Connectivity of Venkatagiri
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Venkatagiri. As per the 2011 stats, Venkatagiri had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Venkatagiri
Knowing the nearby villages of Venkatagiri helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Venkatagiri.
Frequently Asked Questions about Venkatagiri
- Where is Venkatagiri located?
- Venkatagiri village is situated in Gangawati Taluka, within the Koppal district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Venkatagiri?
- Venkatagiri serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Venkatagiri?
- The pincode of Venkatagiri is 583235, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Venkatagiri as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Venkatagiri is 3,048, with 1,559 males and 1,489 females.
- How many households are there in Venkatagiri as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Venkatagiri village has a total of 532 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Venkatagiri as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Venkatagiri is 48.72%. The male literacy rate is 54.91%, while the female literacy rate is 42.24%.