Athigiri
Athigiri is a village located in Chikmagalur taluka of Chikmagalur district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 25km away from Chikmagalur, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Athigiri village. As per 2009 stats, Thogarihunkal is the gram panchayat of Athigiri village.
Here you can discover what makes Athigiri unique in its vibrant Chikmagalur region. You’ll see Athigiri’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 Athigiri
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Athigiri is 609679. The village spans a total geographical area of 599.98 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 577137. Chikmagalur is nearest town to Athigiri village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
When it comes to local governance, Athigiri village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Chikkamagaluru Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Udupi Chikkamagaluru Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Athigiri
Population of Athigiri
According to the 2011 Census, Athigiri has a total population of about 297, with approximately 147 males and 150 females. The sex ratio is around 1020 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 30 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 80 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 18. The overall literacy rate is approximately 88.89%, with male literacy at about 89.80% and female literacy near 88.00%. There are around 80 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Athigiri's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 297 | 147 | 150 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 14 | 16 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 80 | 43 | 37 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 18 | 12 | 6 |
Literate Population | 264 | 132 | 132 |
Illiterate Population | 33 | 15 | 18 |
Connectivity of Athigiri
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Athigiri. As per the 2011 stats, Athigiri 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 Athigiri
Knowing the nearby villages of Athigiri helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Athigiri.
Frequently Asked Questions about Athigiri
- Where is Athigiri located?
- Athigiri village is situated in Chikmagalur Taluka, within the Chikmagalur district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Athigiri?
- The Gram Panchayat of Athigiri is Thogarihunkal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Athigiri?
- The pincode of Athigiri is 577137, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Athigiri as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Athigiri is 297, with 147 males and 150 females.
- How many households are there in Athigiri as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Athigiri village has a total of 80 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Athigiri as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Athigiri is 88.89%. The male literacy rate is 89.80%, while the female literacy rate is 88.00%.