Sovinkoppa - Siddapur, Uttara Kannada
Sovinkoppa is a village situated in the Siddapur taluka of Uttara Kannada district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Siddapur and around 131 km from the district headquarters in Karwar. Sovinkoppa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sovinkoppa is 603629. The village covers a total geographical area of 415.7 hectares and falls under the 581322 pincode. Siddapur is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Sovinkoppa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sirsi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Uttara Kannada Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sovinkoppa
As per Census 2011, Sovinkoppa village has a total population of 546 people, consisting of 288 males and 258 females. The village has 136 households and a sex ratio of 895 females per 1,000 males. There are 32 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 480 literate and 66 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sovinkoppa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 546 | 288 | 258 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 20 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 480 | 262 | 218 |
| Illiterate Population | 66 | 26 | 40 |
Nearby Villages of Sovinkoppa
Sovinkoppa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ojagar | West | 0.86 km |
| Hadrimane | West | 1.72 km |
| Chapparmane | South-West | 1.98 km |
| Havinbil | North | 2.22 km |
| Tarakhanda | South-East | 2.33 km |
| Godlabil | East | 2.46 km |
| Honnekomb | West | 2.81 km |
| Hingar | North-East | 3.52 km |
| Mavinkod | South-West | 3.62 km |
| Nirgar | South | 3.64 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sovinkoppa
Sovinkoppa is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Talguppa, while the nearest airport is Hubli Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 86.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Siddapur to Sovinkoppa is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Karwar to Sovinkoppa is about 131 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sovinkoppa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sovinkoppa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sovinkoppa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sovinkoppa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sovinkoppa
Where is Sovinkoppa located?
Sovinkoppa village is located in Siddapur Taluka, Uttara Kannada district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sovinkoppa?
Sovinkoppa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sovinkoppa?
The pincode of Sovinkoppa is 581322.
What is the population of Sovinkoppa?
Sovinkoppa has a total population of 546, including 288 males and 258 females.
How many households are there in Sovinkoppa?
There are 136 households in Sovinkoppa.
What is the literacy rate in Sovinkoppa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sovinkoppa is 87.91%. Male literacy is 90.97% and female literacy is 84.50%.