Venkatapur - Kushtagi, Koppal
Venkatapur is a village situated in the Kushtagi taluka of Koppal district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kushtagi and around 82 km from the district headquarters in Koppal. Tumarikoppa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Venkatapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Venkatapur is 601403. The village covers a total geographical area of 194.52 hectares and falls under the 583281 pincode. Gajendragarh is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Venkatapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kushtagi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koppal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Venkatapur
As per Census 2011, Venkatapur village has a total population of 1,243 people, consisting of 646 males and 597 females. The village has 197 households and a sex ratio of 924 females per 1,000 males. There are 219 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 716 literate and 527 illiterate residents. Additionally, 678 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 91 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Venkatapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,243 | 646 | 597 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 219 | 117 | 102 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 678 | 360 | 318 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 91 | 43 | 48 |
| Literate Population | 716 | 446 | 270 |
| Illiterate Population | 527 | 200 | 327 |
Nearby Villages of Venkatapur
Venkatapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gudadurkal | East | 1.81 km |
| Gorbihal | South | 2.33 km |
| Paramanhatti | West | 2.53 km |
| Chandragiri | North-East | 2.72 km |
| Gandal | North-West | 2.84 km |
| Badimnhal | South-West | 2.98 km |
| Madnal | East | 3.73 km |
| Tumrikoppa | South | 3.93 km |
| K.parsapur | South-West | 3.99 km |
| Yerigeri | South-East | 4.01 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Venkatapur
Public transport in the Venkatapur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Badami, while the nearest airport is Vijayanagar Aerodrome (jsw), situated at an approximate aerial distance of 79.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gajendragarh to Venkatapur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Koppal to Venkatapur is about 82 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Venkatapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Venkatapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Venkatapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Venkatapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Venkatapur
Where is Venkatapur located?
Venkatapur village is located in Kushtagi Taluka, Koppal district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Venkatapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Venkatapur is Tumarikoppa.
What is the pincode of Venkatapur?
The pincode of Venkatapur is 583281.
What is the population of Venkatapur?
Venkatapur has a total population of 1,243, including 646 males and 597 females.
How many households are there in Venkatapur?
There are 197 households in Venkatapur.
What is the literacy rate in Venkatapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Venkatapur is 57.60%. Male literacy is 69.04% and female literacy is 45.23%.