Sringeri (Rural) - Sringeri, Chikkamagaluru
Sringeri (Rural) is a village situated in the Sringeri taluka of Chikkamagaluru district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 1 km from Sringeri and around 97 km from Chikmagalur. Vidyaranayapura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sringeri (Rural) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sringeri (Rural) is 608950. The village covers a total geographical area of 337.3 hectares and falls under the 577139 pincode. Sringeri is the nearest town.
Sringeri (Rural) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sringeri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udupi Chikkamagaluru Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sringeri (Rural)
As per Census 2011, Sringeri (Rural) village has a total population of 3,847 people, consisting of 1,937 males and 1,910 females. The village has 823 households and a sex ratio of 986 females per 1,000 males. There are 263 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,360 literate and 487 illiterate residents. Additionally, 480 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 153 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sringeri (Rural) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,847 | 1,937 | 1,910 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 263 | 131 | 132 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 480 | 206 | 274 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 153 | 76 | 77 |
| Literate Population | 3,360 | 1,729 | 1,631 |
| Illiterate Population | 487 | 208 | 279 |
Nearby Villages of Sringeri (Rural)
Sringeri (Rural) is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Belandur | North | 1.84 km |
| Menase | South-East | 1.92 km |
| Honnavalli | North-West | 2.34 km |
| Uluvalli | South-West | 2.46 km |
| Vidyaranyapura | South | 2.87 km |
| Kavadi | North-East | 3.12 km |
| Masige | East | 3.14 km |
| Bettagere | South | 3.79 km |
| Vykuntapura | South-East | 3.98 km |
| Darekoppa | North-West | 4.19 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sringeri (Rural)
Sringeri (Rural) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Udupi, while the nearest airport is Mangalore International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 49.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chikmagalur to Sringeri (Rural) is about 97 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sringeri (Rural)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sringeri (Rural) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sringeri (Rural)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sringeri (Rural) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sringeri (Rural)
Where is Sringeri (Rural) located?
Sringeri (Rural) village is located in Sringeri Taluka, Chikkamagaluru district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sringeri (Rural)?
The Gram Panchayat of Sringeri (Rural) is Vidyaranayapura.
What is the pincode of Sringeri (Rural)?
The pincode of Sringeri (Rural) is 577139.
What is the population of Sringeri (Rural)?
Sringeri (Rural) has a total population of 3,847, including 1,937 males and 1,910 females.
How many households are there in Sringeri (Rural)?
There are 823 households in Sringeri (Rural).
What is the literacy rate in Sringeri (Rural)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sringeri (Rural) is 87.34%. Male literacy is 89.26% and female literacy is 85.39%.