Karkur
About Karkur
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Karkur village is 599671. Karkur village is located in Muddebihal taluka of Bijapur district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 33km away from sub-district headquarter Muddebihal (tehsildar office) and 150km away from district headquarter Bijapur. As per 2009 stats, Rakkasagi is the gram panchayat of Karkur village.
The total geographical area of village is 469.74 hectares. Karkur has a total population of 659 peoples, out of which male population is 336 while female population is 323. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 961 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of karkur village is 51.59% out of which 62.50% males and 40.25% females are literate. There are about 111 houses in karkur village. Pincode of karkur village locality is 586112.
When it comes to administration, Karkur village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Karkur village comes under Muddebihal Vidhan Sabha constituency & Vijayapura Lok Sabha constituency. Muddebihal is nearest town to karkur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 33km away.
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Population of Karkur
The population details of Karkur cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 659 | 336 | 323 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 104 | 62 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 130 | 71 | 59 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 66 | 32 | 34 |
| Literate Population | 340 | 210 | 130 |
| Illiterate Population | 319 | 126 | 193 |
Connectivity of Karkur
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Karkur
Where is Karkur located?
Karkur village is situated in Muddebihal Taluka, within the Bijapur district of Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karkur?
The Gram Panchayat of Karkur is Rakkasagi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Karkur?
The pincode of Karkur is 586112, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Karkur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karkur is 659, with 336 males and 323 females.
How many households are there in Karkur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Karkur village has a total of 111 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karkur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karkur is 51.59%. The male literacy rate is 62.50%, while the female literacy rate is 40.25%.