Virupapura - Tirthahalli, Shivamogga
Virupapura is a village situated in the Tirthahalli taluka of Shivamogga district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 15 km from Tirthahalli and around 60 km from Shimoga. Triambakapura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Virupapura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Virupapura is 608109. The village covers a total geographical area of 846.21 hectares and falls under the 577232 pincode. Tirthahalli is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Virupapura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tirthahalli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shivamogga Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Virupapura
As per Census 2011, Virupapura village has a total population of 777 people, consisting of 378 males and 399 females. The village has 192 households and a sex ratio of 1,055 females per 1,000 males. There are 75 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 526 literate and 251 illiterate residents. Additionally, 20 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 37 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Virupapura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 777 | 378 | 399 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 75 | 39 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 20 | 9 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 37 | 22 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 526 | 280 | 246 |
| Illiterate Population | 251 | 98 | 153 |
Nearby Villages of Virupapura
Virupapura 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Biluvehariharapura | West | 2.07 km |
| Kukke | South | 2.48 km |
| Bettadasaravani | East | 2.62 km |
| Triyambakapura | North | 2.87 km |
| Kanaboor | South-West | 2.94 km |
| Hallusale | North-West | 2.97 km |
| Bhandya | South-East | 3.26 km |
| Thotadakoppa | North-East | 3.41 km |
| Agasadi | West | 3.58 km |
| Tyarandoor | West | 4.02 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Virupapura
Public transport in the Virupapura is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Arasalu, while the nearest airport is Mangalore International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 76.0 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 Tirthahalli to Virupapura is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shimoga to Virupapura is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Virupapura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Virupapura 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 Virupapura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Virupapura 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 Virupapura
Where is Virupapura located?
Virupapura village is located in Tirthahalli Taluka, Shivamogga district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Virupapura?
The Gram Panchayat of Virupapura is Triambakapura.
What is the pincode of Virupapura?
The pincode of Virupapura is 577232.
What is the population of Virupapura?
Virupapura has a total population of 777, including 378 males and 399 females.
How many households are there in Virupapura?
There are 192 households in Virupapura.
What is the literacy rate in Virupapura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Virupapura is 67.70%. Male literacy is 74.07% and female literacy is 61.65%.