Narayanapura - Harapanahalli, Vijayanagara
Narayanapura is a village situated in the Harapanahalli taluka of Vijayanagara district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 4 km from Harapanahalli and around 50 km from Davanagere. Togarikatte serves as the Gram Panchayat for Narayanapura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Narayanapura is 606302. The village covers a total geographical area of 1903.27 hectares and falls under the 583131 pincode. Harapanahalli is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Narayanapura 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 Narayanapura
As per Census 2011, Narayanapura village has a total population of 1,410 people, consisting of 721 males and 689 females. The village has 268 households and a sex ratio of 955 females per 1,000 males. There are 209 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 704 literate and 706 illiterate residents. Additionally, 360 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Narayanapura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,410 | 721 | 689 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 209 | 103 | 106 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 360 | 191 | 169 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 704 | 409 | 295 |
| Illiterate Population | 706 | 312 | 394 |
Nearby Villages of Narayanapura
Narayanapura 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Myalikatti | South | 2.36 km |
| Ananthanahalli | South | 3.89 km |
| Madapura | North-East | 4.12 km |
| Bapujinagar | West | 4.17 km |
| Togarikatti | North-West | 5.17 km |
| Harapanahalli | South-East | 5.40 km |
| K.kallahalli | West | 6.77 km |
| Machihalli | South | 7.13 km |
| Hulikatti | West | 7.37 km |
| Bagali | North-East | 7.64 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Narayanapura
Narayanapura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kotturu, while the nearest airport is Vijayanagar Aerodrome (jsw), situated at an approximate aerial distance of 65.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Harapanahalli to Narayanapura is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Davanagere to Narayanapura is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Narayanapura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Narayanapura 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 Narayanapura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Narayanapura 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Narayanapura
Where is Narayanapura located?
Narayanapura village is located in Harapanahalli Taluka, Vijayanagara district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Narayanapura?
The Gram Panchayat of Narayanapura is Togarikatte.
What is the pincode of Narayanapura?
The pincode of Narayanapura is 583131.
What is the population of Narayanapura?
Narayanapura has a total population of 1,410, including 721 males and 689 females.
How many households are there in Narayanapura?
There are 268 households in Narayanapura.
What is the literacy rate in Narayanapura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Narayanapura is 49.93%. Male literacy is 56.73% and female literacy is 42.82%.