Koppa - Sirsi, Uttara Kannada
Koppa is a village situated in the Sirsi taluka of Uttara Kannada district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sirsi and around 131 km from the district headquarters in Karwar. Itguli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Koppa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Koppa is 603144. The village covers a total geographical area of 484.52 hectares and falls under the 581318 pincode. Sirsi is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Koppa 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 Koppa
As per Census 2011, Koppa village has a total population of 659 people, consisting of 341 males and 318 females. The village has 153 households and a sex ratio of 932 females per 1,000 males. There are 57 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 550 literate and 109 illiterate residents. Additionally, 32 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Koppa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 659 | 341 | 318 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 31 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 32 | 16 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 550 | 289 | 261 |
| Illiterate Population | 109 | 52 | 57 |
Nearby Villages of Koppa
Koppa 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 Koppa
Koppa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Sirsi to Koppa is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Karwar to Koppa 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 Koppa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Koppa 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Koppa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Koppa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Koppa
Where is Koppa located?
Koppa village is located in Sirsi Taluka, Uttara Kannada district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Koppa?
The Gram Panchayat of Koppa is Itguli.
What is the pincode of Koppa?
The pincode of Koppa is 581318.
What is the population of Koppa?
Koppa has a total population of 659, including 341 males and 318 females.
How many households are there in Koppa?
There are 153 households in Koppa.
What is the literacy rate in Koppa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Koppa is 83.46%. Male literacy is 84.75% and female literacy is 82.08%.