Karthikere
Karthikere is a village located in Chikmagalur taluka of Chikmagalur district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 5km away from Chikmagalur, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Karthikere village. As per 2009 stats, Kartikere is the gram panchayat of Karthikere village.
Here you can discover what makes Karthikere unique in its vibrant Chikmagalur region. You’ll see Karthikere’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 Karthikere
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karthikere is 609749. The village spans a total geographical area of 456.87 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 577101. Chikmagalur is nearest town to Karthikere village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
When it comes to local governance, Karthikere 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 Karthikere
Population of Karthikere
According to the 2011 Census, Karthikere has a total population of about 2,807, with approximately 1,467 males and 1,340 females. The sex ratio is around 913 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 249 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 456 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 72.64%, with male literacy at about 80.37% and female literacy near 64.18%. There are around 697 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Karthikere's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 2,807 | 1,467 | 1,340 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 249 | 120 | 129 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 456 | 227 | 229 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 2,039 | 1,179 | 860 |
Illiterate Population | 768 | 288 | 480 |
Connectivity of Karthikere
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Karthikere. As per the 2011 stats, Karthikere 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 5 - 10 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Karthikere
Knowing the nearby villages of Karthikere helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Karthikere.
Frequently Asked Questions about Karthikere
- Where is Karthikere located?
- Karthikere village is situated in Chikmagalur Taluka, within the Chikmagalur district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Karthikere?
- The Gram Panchayat of Karthikere is Kartikere (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Karthikere?
- The pincode of Karthikere is 577101, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Karthikere as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karthikere is 2,807, with 1,467 males and 1,340 females.
- How many households are there in Karthikere as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Karthikere village has a total of 697 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Karthikere as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karthikere is 72.64%. The male literacy rate is 80.37%, while the female literacy rate is 64.18%.