Bapujinagar - Harapanahalli, Vijayanagara
Bapujinagar is a village situated in the Harapanahalli taluka of Vijayanagara district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 11 km from Harapanahalli and around 61 km from Davanagere. Togarikatte serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bapujinagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bapujinagar is 606297. The village covers a total geographical area of 1031.78 hectares and falls under the 583131 pincode. Harapanahalli is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Bapujinagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Harapanahalli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Davanagere Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bapujinagar
As per Census 2011, Bapujinagar village has a total population of 2,776 people, consisting of 1,454 males and 1,322 females. The village has 486 households and a sex ratio of 909 females per 1,000 males. There are 443 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 897 literate and 1,879 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,261 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 15 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bapujinagar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,776 | 1,454 | 1,322 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 443 | 232 | 211 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,261 | 1,198 | 1,063 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 15 | 7 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 897 | 586 | 311 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,879 | 868 | 1,011 |
Nearby Villages of Bapujinagar
Bapujinagar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hulikatti | North-West | 3.29 km |
| K.kallahalli | South-West | 3.82 km |
| Narayanapura | East | 4.17 km |
| Togarikatti | North-East | 4.44 km |
| Myalikatti | South-East | 4.69 km |
| Kannayakanahalli | North-West | 5.67 km |
| Ananthanahalli | South-East | 6.72 km |
| Madapura | North-East | 6.91 km |
| Neelagunda | South | 7.54 km |
| Machihalli | South | 8.20 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bapujinagar
Bapujinagar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Chalgeri, while the nearest airport is Vijayanagar Aerodrome (jsw), situated at an approximate aerial distance of 68.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Harapanahalli to Bapujinagar is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Davanagere to Bapujinagar is about 61 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bapujinagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bapujinagar 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 Bapujinagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bapujinagar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bapujinagar
Where is Bapujinagar located?
Bapujinagar village is located in Harapanahalli Taluka, Vijayanagara district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bapujinagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Bapujinagar is Togarikatte.
What is the pincode of Bapujinagar?
The pincode of Bapujinagar is 583131.
What is the population of Bapujinagar?
Bapujinagar has a total population of 2,776, including 1,454 males and 1,322 females.
How many households are there in Bapujinagar?
There are 486 households in Bapujinagar.
What is the literacy rate in Bapujinagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bapujinagar is 32.31%. Male literacy is 40.30% and female literacy is 23.52%.