Venglapur - Devadurga, Raichur
Venglapur is a village situated in the Devadurga taluka of Raichur district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devadurga and around 67 km from the district headquarters in Raichur. Karigudda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Venglapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Venglapur is 600614. The village covers a total geographical area of 708.34 hectares and falls under the 584111 pincode. Devadurga is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Venglapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Devadurga Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raichur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Venglapur
As per Census 2011, Venglapur village has a total population of 1,832 people, consisting of 914 males and 918 females. The village has 344 households and a sex ratio of 1,004 females per 1,000 males. There are 381 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 602 literate and 1,230 illiterate residents. Additionally, 751 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,052 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Venglapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,832 | 914 | 918 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 381 | 175 | 206 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 751 | 377 | 374 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,052 | 524 | 528 |
| Literate Population | 602 | 383 | 219 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,230 | 531 | 699 |
Nearby Villages of Venglapur
Venglapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kelgin Irabgera | South-East | 2.99 km |
| Karegud | North-West | 3.01 km |
| Suladgud | South-West | 3.84 km |
| Devadurga (rural) | North-East | 4.05 km |
| Guddad Irabgera | South-East | 4.30 km |
| Nimbaidoddi | South-East | 5.26 km |
| Chikkaldoddi | South-East | 5.34 km |
| Navilgudda | West | 5.37 km |
| Yeldoddi | South-East | 5.42 km |
| Samudra | South | 5.77 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Venglapur
Public transport in the Venglapur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Saidapur, while the nearest airport is Bellary Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 104.6 km.
| 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 Devadurga to Venglapur is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raichur to Venglapur is about 67 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Venglapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Venglapur 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Venglapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Venglapur 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 Venglapur
Where is Venglapur located?
Venglapur village is located in Devadurga Taluka, Raichur district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Venglapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Venglapur is Karigudda.
What is the pincode of Venglapur?
The pincode of Venglapur is 584111.
What is the population of Venglapur?
Venglapur has a total population of 1,832, including 914 males and 918 females.
How many households are there in Venglapur?
There are 344 households in Venglapur.
What is the literacy rate in Venglapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Venglapur is 32.86%. Male literacy is 41.90% and female literacy is 23.86%.