Lingapura - Piriyapatna, Mysuru
Lingapura is a village situated in the Piriyapatna taluka of Mysuru district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 6 km from Piriyapatna and around 74 km from Mysore. Muttur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lingapura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lingapura is 618256. The village covers a total geographical area of 347.01 hectares and falls under the 571102 pincode. Piriyapatna is the nearest town, located about 6 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 Piriyapatna Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mysuru Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lingapura
According to the 2011 Census, Lingapura village had a total population of 441 people, including 203 males and 238 females, living in 118 households. The sex ratio was 1,172 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.31%, with male literacy at 57.87% and female literacy at 58.69%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 295.
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 | 441 | 203 | 238 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 25 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 295 | 141 | 154 |
| Literate Population | 228 | 103 | 125 |
| Illiterate Population | 213 | 100 | 113 |
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 bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Piriyapatna to Lingapura is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mysore to Lingapura is about 74 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 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 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Lingapura
Where is Lingapura located?
Lingapura village is located in Piriyapatna Taluka, Mysuru district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lingapura?
The Gram Panchayat of Lingapura is Muttur.
What is the pincode of Lingapura?
The pincode of Lingapura is 571102.
What is the population of Lingapura?
Lingapura had a total population of 441, including 203 males and 238 females.
How many households are there in Lingapura?
Lingapura had 118 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lingapura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lingapura was 58.31%. Male literacy was 57.87% and female literacy was 58.69%.