Kirugunda
Kirugunda is a village located in Mudigere taluka of Chikmagalur district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Mudigere (tehsildar office) and 44km away from district headquarter Chikmagalur. As per 2009 stats, Kirugunda village is also a gram panchayat.
Kirugunda 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 Kirugunda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kirugunda is 610029. The village spans a total geographical area of 236.53 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 577132. Mudigere is nearest town to Kirugunda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kirugunda 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 Mudigere 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 Kirugunda
Population of Kirugunda
Below is a concise population overview of Kirugunda 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 | 587 | 284 | 303 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 30 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 324 | 159 | 165 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 34 | 12 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 377 | 196 | 181 |
| Illiterate Population | 210 | 88 | 122 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kirugunda village:
- The total population of Kirugunda village is around 587, including approximately 284 males and 303 females, with a sex ratio of 1066 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 65 children aged 0–6 years in Kirugunda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kirugunda village has 324 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 34 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kirugunda village is about 64.22%, with male literacy at 69.01% and female literacy at 59.74%.
- There are around 148 households in Kirugunda village.
Connectivity of Kirugunda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kirugunda. As per the 2011 stats, Kirugunda 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kirugunda
Knowing the nearby villages of Kirugunda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kirugunda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kirugunda
- Where is Kirugunda located?
- Kirugunda village is situated in Mudigere Taluka, within the Chikmagalur district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kirugunda?
- Kirugunda serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kirugunda?
- The pincode of Kirugunda is 577132, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kirugunda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kirugunda is 587, with 284 males and 303 females.
- How many households are there in Kirugunda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kirugunda village has a total of 148 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kirugunda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kirugunda is 64.22%. The male literacy rate is 69.01%, while the female literacy rate is 59.74%.