Nagalapura - Hosapete, Vijayanagara
Nagalapura is a village situated in the Hosapete taluka of Vijayanagara district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 23 km from Hospet and around 86 km from Bellary. Nagalapura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nagalapura is 604706. The village covers a total geographical area of 2983.12 hectares and falls under the 583222 pincode. Hospet is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Nagalapura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hagaribommanahalli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ballari Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nagalapura
As per Census 2011, Nagalapura village has a total population of 5,568 people, consisting of 2,869 males and 2,699 females. The village has 945 households and a sex ratio of 940 females per 1,000 males. There are 941 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,627 literate and 2,941 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,281 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,190 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nagalapura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,568 | 2,869 | 2,699 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 941 | 493 | 448 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,281 | 1,176 | 1,105 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,190 | 1,107 | 1,083 |
| Literate Population | 2,627 | 1,637 | 990 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,941 | 1,232 | 1,709 |
Nearby Villages of Nagalapura
Nagalapura 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 Nagalapura
Nagalapura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Hospet to Nagalapura is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bellary to Nagalapura is about 86 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nagalapura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nagalapura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Nagalapura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nagalapura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Nagalapura
Where is Nagalapura located?
Nagalapura village is located in Hosapete Taluka, Vijayanagara district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nagalapura?
Nagalapura is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nagalapura?
The pincode of Nagalapura is 583222.
What is the population of Nagalapura?
Nagalapura has a total population of 5,568, including 2,869 males and 2,699 females.
How many households are there in Nagalapura?
There are 945 households in Nagalapura.
What is the literacy rate in Nagalapura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nagalapura is 47.18%. Male literacy is 57.06% and female literacy is 36.68%.