Venkatapura - Madhugiri, Tumakuru
Venkatapura is a village situated in the Madhugiri taluka of Tumakuru district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 5 km from Madhugiri and around 46 km from Tumkur. Maruvekere serves as the Gram Panchayat for Venkatapura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Venkatapura is 610830. The village covers a total geographical area of 71.5 hectares and falls under the 572127 pincode. Madhugiri is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Venkatapura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Madhugiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tumakuru Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Venkatapura
According to the 2011 Census, Venkatapura village had a total population of 449 people, including 227 males and 222 females, living in 105 households. The sex ratio was 978 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.46%, with male literacy at 82.46% and female literacy at 59.80%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 200.
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 | 449 | 227 | 222 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 16 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 200 | 96 | 104 |
| Literate Population | 293 | 174 | 119 |
| Illiterate Population | 156 | 53 | 103 |
Nearby Villages of Venkatapura
Venkatapura 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 Venkatapura
Public transport in the Venkatapura is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Madhugiri to Venkatapura is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tumkur to Venkatapura is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Venkatapura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Venkatapura 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 Venkatapura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Venkatapura 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 Venkatapura
Where is Venkatapura located?
Venkatapura village is located in Madhugiri Taluka, Tumakuru district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Venkatapura?
The Gram Panchayat of Venkatapura is Maruvekere.
What is the pincode of Venkatapura?
The pincode of Venkatapura is 572127.
What is the population of Venkatapura?
Venkatapura had a total population of 449, including 227 males and 222 females.
How many households are there in Venkatapura?
Venkatapura had 105 households.
What is the literacy rate in Venkatapura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Venkatapura was 71.46%. Male literacy was 82.46% and female literacy was 59.80%.