Karkur
Karkur is a village located in Bagepalli taluka of Chikkaballapura district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Bagepalli (tehsildar office) and 49km away from district headquarter Chikkaballapur. As per 2009 stats, Devaragudipalli is the gram panchayat of Karkur village.
Here you can discover what makes Karkur unique in its vibrant Bagepalli-Chikkaballapura region. You’ll see Karkur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Karkur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karkur is 623857. The village spans a total geographical area of 513.26 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 561207. Bagepalli is nearest town to Karkur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.
Google Map of Karkur
Population of Karkur
According to the 2011 Census, Karkur has a total population of about 788, with approximately 383 males and 405 females. The sex ratio is around 1057 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 63 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 101 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 160. The overall literacy rate is approximately 52.66%, with male literacy at about 63.45% and female literacy near 42.47%. There are around 217 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Karkur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 788 | 383 | 405 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 30 | 33 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 101 | 53 | 48 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 160 | 74 | 86 |
Literate Population | 415 | 243 | 172 |
Illiterate Population | 373 | 140 | 233 |
Connectivity of Karkur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Karkur. As per the 2011 stats, Karkur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Karkur
Knowing the nearby villages of Karkur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Karkur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Karkur
- Where is Karkur located?
- Karkur village is situated in Bagepalli Taluka, within the Chikkaballapura district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Karkur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Karkur is Devaragudipalli (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 561207, 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 788, with 383 males and 405 females.
- How many households are there in Karkur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Karkur village has a total of 217 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Karkur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karkur is 52.66%. The male literacy rate is 63.45%, while the female literacy rate is 42.47%.