Veerasagara - Turuvekere, Tumakuru
Veerasagara is a village situated in the Turuvekere taluka of Tumakuru district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 33 km from Turuvekere and around 51 km from Tumkur. Sampige serves as the Gram Panchayat for Veerasagara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Veerasagara is 612271. The village covers a total geographical area of 262 hectares and falls under the 572225 pincode. Turuvekere is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Veerasagara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Turuvekere Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tumakuru Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Veerasagara
As per Census 2011, Veerasagara village has a total population of 484 people, consisting of 252 males and 232 females. The village has 126 households and a sex ratio of 920 females per 1,000 males. There are 53 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 304 literate and 180 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Veerasagara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 484 | 252 | 232 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 26 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 304 | 174 | 130 |
| Illiterate Population | 180 | 78 | 102 |
Nearby Villages of Veerasagara
Veerasagara 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 Veerasagara
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Veerasagara. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Veerasagara.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Turuvekere to Veerasagara is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tumkur to Veerasagara is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Veerasagara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Veerasagara 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 Veerasagara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Veerasagara 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 Veerasagara
Where is Veerasagara located?
Veerasagara village is located in Turuvekere Taluka, Tumakuru district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Veerasagara?
The Gram Panchayat of Veerasagara is Sampige.
What is the pincode of Veerasagara?
The pincode of Veerasagara is 572225.
What is the population of Veerasagara?
Veerasagara has a total population of 484, including 252 males and 232 females.
How many households are there in Veerasagara?
There are 126 households in Veerasagara.
What is the literacy rate in Veerasagara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Veerasagara is 62.81%. Male literacy is 69.05% and female literacy is 56.03%.