Kedigere

Kedigere is a village located in Kadur taluka of Chikmagalur district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Kadur (tehsildar office) and 62km away from district headquarter Chikmagalur. As per 2009 stats, Hirenallur is the gram panchayat of Kedigere village.

Here you can discover what makes Kedigere unique in its vibrant Kadur-Chikmagalur region. You’ll see Kedigere’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 Kedigere

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kedigere is 609403. The village spans a total geographical area of 578.84 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 577550. Kadur is nearest town to Kedigere village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 17km away.

When it comes to local governance, Kedigere 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 Kadur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hassan Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Kedigere

According to the 2011 Census, Kedigere has a total population of about 1,057, with approximately 500 males and 557 females. The sex ratio is around 1114 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 93 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 251 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 136. The overall literacy rate is approximately 62.63%, with male literacy at about 70.80% and female literacy near 55.30%. There are around 257 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kedigere's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,057 500 557
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 93 46 47
Scheduled Castes (SC) 251 108 143
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 136 63 73
Literate Population 662 354 308
Illiterate Population 395 146 249

Connectivity of Kedigere

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kedigere. As per the 2011 stats, Kedigere had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Kedigere

Knowing the nearby villages of Kedigere helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kedigere.

Frequently Asked Questions about Kedigere

Where is Kedigere located?
Kedigere village is situated in Kadur Taluka, within the Chikmagalur district of Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kedigere?
The Gram Panchayat of Kedigere is Hirenallur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kedigere?
The pincode of Kedigere is 577550, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kedigere as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kedigere is 1,057, with 500 males and 557 females.
How many households are there in Kedigere as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kedigere village has a total of 257 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kedigere as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kedigere is 62.63%. The male literacy rate is 70.80%, while the female literacy rate is 55.30%.