Khanapur Assembly Constituency (विधानसभा क्षेत्र)
About Khanapur Assembly Constituency
The Khanapur Assembly Constituency is a pivotal area in the democratic framework of Karnataka. This constituency is represented by an elected member of the State Legislative Assembly and contributes to the governance and development of the state.
In the recent assembly elections, the Bharatiya Janta Party party showed consistent strength. Vithal Somanna Halagekar stood out as a key candidate in the Khanapur constituency and is currently serving as its MLA (Member of Legislative Assembly - आमदार).
Constituency Details
Associated Parliament Constituency
An Assembly Constituency, like Khanapur, serves as the foundation for state-level governance and citizen representation. It ensures that the voices of residents are heard and addressed in legislative processes.
Election Result Details
The last assembly elections in Khanapur were held in 2023. Vithal Somanna Halagekar won the MLA seat with a margin of 34.2%. They represented the Bharatiya Janta Party, showing the party's strong support in this area.
| Assembly Constituency Name | Khanapur | Assembly Constituency Number | 14 |
| District | Belgaum | Constituency Type | General |
| Winning Candidate | Vithal Somanna Halagekar | Party | Bharatiya Janta Party |
| Total Electors | 214,446 | Total Votes | 159,777 |
| Poll Percentage | 74.5% | Margin Votes | 54,629 |
| Margin Percentage | 34.2% | Election Year | 2023 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Khanapur is located in the Belgaum district of Karnataka.
Khanapur is categorized as a General constituency.
The current MLA of Khanapur is Vithal Somanna Halagekar from the Bharatiya Janta Party.
- Voter turnout: 74.5%
- Total votes cast: 159,777
- Total electors: 214,446
- Winning margin: 54,629 votes (34.2%)
Khanapur falls under the Uttara Kannada parliamentary constituency.
Vithal Somanna Halagekar represents the Bharatiya Janta Party.
Vithal Somanna Halagekar won with a margin of 54,629 votes, which is 34.2% of the total votes.
The Assembly Constituency Code for Khanapur is 14.
The last assembly elections in Khanapur were held in 2023.