Purappe Mane - Hosanagara, Shivamogga
Purappe Mane is a village situated in the Hosanagara taluka of Shivamogga district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 28 km from Hosanagara and around 70 km from Shimoga. Purappemane serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purappe Mane village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purappe Mane is 607907. The village covers a total geographical area of 350.83 hectares and falls under the 577417 pincode. Sagar is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Purappe Mane village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shivamogga Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Purappe Mane
As per Census 2011, Purappe Mane village has a total population of 801 people, consisting of 398 males and 403 females. The village has 191 households and a sex ratio of 1,012 females per 1,000 males. There are 77 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 594 literate and 207 illiterate residents. Additionally, 119 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Purappe Mane are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 801 | 398 | 403 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 42 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 119 | 65 | 54 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 594 | 312 | 282 |
| Illiterate Population | 207 | 86 | 121 |
Nearby Villages of Purappe Mane
Purappe Mane 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) |
|---|---|---|
| H.kallukoppa | South | 1.34 km |
| Hiremane | North | 1.36 km |
| Kanumane | North-East | 1.38 km |
| Dodda Bilagodu | South-East | 1.55 km |
| Mundigesara | West | 1.90 km |
| Chikkabilagodu | South-East | 2.23 km |
| Honnesara | North-West | 2.24 km |
| Malali | North-East | 2.51 km |
| Nandri | East | 2.64 km |
| Bilagodi | South | 2.69 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Purappe Mane
Purappe Mane is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Balegundi, while the nearest airport is Mangalore International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 96.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sagar to Purappe Mane is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shimoga to Purappe Mane is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Purappe Mane
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purappe Mane village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Purappe Mane
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purappe Mane village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Purappe Mane
Where is Purappe Mane located?
Purappe Mane village is located in Hosanagara Taluka, Shivamogga district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purappe Mane?
The Gram Panchayat of Purappe Mane is Purappemane.
What is the pincode of Purappe Mane?
The pincode of Purappe Mane is 577417.
What is the population of Purappe Mane?
Purappe Mane has a total population of 801, including 398 males and 403 females.
How many households are there in Purappe Mane?
There are 191 households in Purappe Mane.
What is the literacy rate in Purappe Mane?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purappe Mane is 74.16%. Male literacy is 78.39% and female literacy is 69.98%.