Venkatagiri - Gangawati, Koppal
Venkatagiri is a village situated in the Gangawati taluka of Koppal district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangawati and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Koppal. Venkatagiri village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Venkatagiri is 601606. The village covers a total geographical area of 1122.66 hectares and falls under the 583235 pincode. Gangawati is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Venkatagiri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gangawati Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koppal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Venkatagiri
As per Census 2011, Venkatagiri village has a total population of 3,048 people, consisting of 1,559 males and 1,489 females. The village has 532 households and a sex ratio of 955 females per 1,000 males. There are 561 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,485 literate and 1,563 illiterate residents. Additionally, 655 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 234 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Venkatagiri are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Venkatagiri
Venkatagiri 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Banderhal | West | 2.09 km |
| Udamkal | North | 2.73 km |
| Dasanhal | East | 2.81 km |
| Chikka Benkal | South | 3.63 km |
| Gaddi | West | 3.63 km |
| Arhal | East | 4.35 km |
| Lingadhalli | South-West | 4.54 km |
| Mallapura | North | 4.61 km |
| Malkanmardi | North | 4.66 km |
| Basapattana | South-East | 5.08 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Venkatagiri
Venkatagiri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Hospet Jn, while the nearest airport is Vijayanagar Aerodrome (jsw), situated at an approximate aerial distance of 28.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gangawati to Venkatagiri is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Koppal to Venkatagiri is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Venkatagiri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Venkatagiri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Venkatagiri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Venkatagiri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Venkatagiri
Where is Venkatagiri located?
Venkatagiri village is located in Gangawati Taluka, Koppal district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Venkatagiri?
Venkatagiri is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Venkatagiri?
The pincode of Venkatagiri is 583235.
What is the population of Venkatagiri?
Venkatagiri has a total population of 3,048, including 1,559 males and 1,489 females.
How many households are there in Venkatagiri?
There are 532 households in Venkatagiri.
What is the literacy rate in Venkatagiri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Venkatagiri is 48.72%. Male literacy is 54.91% and female literacy is 42.24%.