Siruguppa is a small town located in Bellary District of Karnataka State. This town is also spelled as Siraguppa. This small town of Karnataka is also nicknamed as “the Land of Paddy” as majority of rice is exported from this town. The total administration of this town is looked after by the City Municipal Council.
History Of SIRUGUPPA ?
History of this region dates back to the era of the Mauryan Rulers. In this region, inscriptions of King Ashoka have been found. This region has been ruled by dynasties like Vijayanagara , Chalukyas, Bahamani Sultans and the Nizams of Hyderabad. This town has derived its name from two words – Siri means wealth and Kuppe means plenty or abundant. So, the meaning of this word is pile of wealth. Siruguppa reached its prosperity during the reign of Vijayanagara Kings.
Siruguppa became a Taluka in the British India after taking 46 villages from Bellary Taluka, 23 villages from Alur Taluka and 29 villages from Adoni Taluka. Later on, Siruguppa Taluka was abolished in 1923 but again it became a Taluka in the year 1929.
Geography of Siruguppa
Siruguppa is located at 15.6 Degrees North Latitude and 77 Degrees East Longitude. The average elevation of this town is 373 m. Siruguppa belongs to dry inland area of Karnataka State. This town is surrounded by Bellary Taluka in the south, by Hospet Taluka in the west, Adoni Taluka of Andhra Pradesh in the east and Sindhanoor Taluka in the north. River Tungabhadra is flowing around this town from north-west. Siruguppa is located at a distance of 63 KM northwards from Bellary, the district headquarters. The temperature of Siruguppa rises up to 42 Degrees Celsius during summers and during winters, the temperature is about 26 Degrees Celsius. The total area of this town is 31.14 sq km.
Economy of Siruguppa
Siruguppa is known for its huge production of paddy. Its close proximity to River Tungabhadra is the reason of flourishing agriculture in this area. Siruguppa along with Gangavati and Sindhanoor is called “Land of Paddy”. The industries of Siruguppa are based on its agricultural products. This town houses more than 90 rice factories. The town also has many oil factories and a sugar factory.
The Tungabhadra Dam, also known as Pampa Sagar. This large, multipurpose dam is located near Hosapete, close to Siruguppa in the Bellary district of Karnataka, and its water reservoir provides irrigation, flood control, and electricity to the region. Location: The Tungabhadra Dam is constructed across the Tungabhadra River, a tributary of the Tungabhadra River. Function: It is a multipurpose dam that serves the purposes of irrigation, power generation, and flood control. Impact on Siruguppa: The dam's water is crucial for the irrigation of the surrounding areas, particularly the "Land of Rice" which includes Siruguppa Taluk in Bellary district.
| Gram Panchayat Name | Villages Covered (Examples) |
|---|---|
| Beerahalli | Akkatangirahal, Basarahalli, Bhyragamadinne, Halumuravani, Kallukuttiganahal, Kottalachinta, Vattumuruvani |
| B. M. Sugur | Alabanur, B. M. Sugur, Ittigihal, Motra Dinne, Nadanga, Nagarahal, Venkatapur |
| Bagawady | Bagawady, Ibrampura, Kesarakoni |
| Balakundhi | Balakundi, Buduguppa, Mylapura |
| Boggur | Boggur, Chanakanur, Gajiginahal, Karchiganur |
| Byrapura | Bhyrapura, Gosabalu |
| Halekote | Devalapura, Halekota (Old Fort) |
| Hatcholli | Chikka Bellary, Hatcholli, Honnarahalli, Matur, Tasalla Kudlur |
| H. Hosahalli | Hagalur, Hagalur Hosahalli |
| K. Sugur | Bandrahal, Hirehal, Kotehal, Kotehalsugur, Mudenur |
| Kenchanagudda | Herakal, Kenchanagudda |
| Kenchagarabelagal | Kenchagarabelagal |
| Konchigeri | Dasapura, Konchigeri, Siddaramapura |
| Kududarahal | Kududarahal, Nagalapura, Seedaragadda |
| Kuruvalli | Kuruvalli, T. Rampura, Tondehal |
| M. Sugur | Manur, Manursugur |
| Muddatanur | Gundiganur, Havinahal, Malapura, Muddatanur |
| Nadavi | Nadivi, Nittur, Udegolam |
| Raravi | Raravi, Saliganur |
| Ravihal | Agasanur, Bommalapura, Gubbihal, Mitte Sugur, Ravihal |
| Shanavasapura | Darur, Sanavasapura |
| Sirigeri | Sirigeri |
| Talur | Talur, Ulur |
| Uppara Hosahalli | Araliganur, Manjinahal, Poppanahal, Uppara Hosahalli |
| Uttanur | Kuriganur, Mota Sugur, Uttanur |
| Karur | Karur |
| Dasanur | Dasanur |
Hotels For Stay
The most-reviewed hotel in Siruguppa is Hotel Vaishnavi Grand Restaurant || Siruguppa, with amenities including on-site dining, room service, and free Wi-Fi. For budget-friendly options in the area, you might consider Brindavana Residency or Hotel Sri lakshmi Residency, though the latter is in nearby Sindhanur
Hotel Vaishnavi Grand Restaurant Siruguppa
Review : This hotel is consistently mentioned and features an on-site restaurant serving South and North Indian food.
Amenities: Restaurant, room service, Wi-Fi, and parking.
Brindavana Residency
Review : This hotel is praised for its affordable prices.
Amenities: It offers lodging services.
Hotel Sri lakshmi Residency
Review : Located in nearby Sindhanur, it’s a budget-friendly option with neat rooms. Some reviews mention it doesn’t have a restaurant, but it does have a bar.
Amenities: Bar, free breakfast, Wi-Fi, and parking.
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