Murugadde
Murugadde is a village located in Koppa taluka of Chikmagalur district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 28km away from sub-district headquarter Koppa (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Chikmagalur. As per 2009 stats, Guddethota is the gram panchayat of Murugadde village.
Murugadde has its own place in the vibrant Chikmagalur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Murugadde
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Murugadde is 609028. The village spans a total geographical area of 256.15 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 577123. Koppa is nearest town to Murugadde village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 28km away.
When it comes to local governance, Murugadde 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 Sringeri 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 Murugadde
Population of Murugadde
Below is a concise population overview of Murugadde as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 702 | 349 | 353 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 22 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 334 | 159 | 175 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 31 | 14 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 528 | 289 | 239 |
| Illiterate Population | 174 | 60 | 114 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Murugadde village:
- The total population of Murugadde village is around 702, including approximately 349 males and 353 females, with a sex ratio of 1011 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 54 children aged 0–6 years in Murugadde village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Murugadde village has 334 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 31 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Murugadde village is about 75.21%, with male literacy at 82.81% and female literacy at 67.71%.
- There are around 178 households in Murugadde village.
Connectivity of Murugadde
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Murugadde. As per the 2011 stats, Murugadde 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Murugadde
Knowing the nearby villages of Murugadde helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Murugadde.
Frequently Asked Questions about Murugadde
- Where is Murugadde located?
- Murugadde village is situated in Koppa Taluka, within the Chikmagalur district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Murugadde?
- The Gram Panchayat of Murugadde is Guddethota (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Murugadde?
- The pincode of Murugadde is 577123, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Murugadde as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Murugadde is 702, with 349 males and 353 females.
- How many households are there in Murugadde as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Murugadde village has a total of 178 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Murugadde as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Murugadde is 75.21%. The male literacy rate is 82.81%, while the female literacy rate is 67.71%.