Salapura - Chiknayakanhalli, Tumakuru

Salapura is a village situated in the Chiknayakanhalli taluka of Tumakuru district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 33 km from Chikkanayakanahalli and around 95 km from Tumkur. Koragere serves as the Gram Panchayat for Salapura village.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Salapura is 610041. The village covers a total geographical area of 208.16 hectares and falls under the 572119 pincode. Chiknayakanhalli is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.

Salapura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chiknayakanhalli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tumakuru Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.

Population of Salapura

According to the 2011 Census, Salapura village had a total population of 258 people, including 128 males and 130 females, living in 47 households. The sex ratio was 1,016 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.13%, with male literacy at 83.04% and female literacy at 69.09%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 54.

The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.

Nearby Villages of Salapura

Salapura 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:

Transport and Connectivity of Salapura

Salapura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Honnavalli Road, while the nearest airport is Kempegowda International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 107.0 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chiknayakanhalli to Salapura is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Tumkur to Salapura is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.

Banking and Postal Services in Salapura

Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salapura village is detailed below:

Health Facilities in Salapura

Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salapura village are given below:

FAQs about Salapura