Karekeshwara
About Karekeshwara
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Karekeshwara village is 609093. Karekeshwara village is located in Narasimharajapura taluka of Chikmagalur district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 35km away from sub-district headquarter Narasimharajapura (tehsildar office) and 65km away from district headquarter Chikmagalur. As per 2009 stats, Karekeshwara Melpal is the gram panchayat of Karekeshwara village.
The total geographical area of village is 2916.8 hectares. Karekeshwara has a total population of 2,651 peoples, out of which male population is 1,282 while female population is 1,369. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1067 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of karekeshwara village is 65.94% out of which 72.00% males and 60.26% females are literate. There are about 684 houses in karekeshwara village. Pincode of karekeshwara village locality is 577112.
When it comes to administration, Karekeshwara village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Karekeshwara village comes under Sringeri Vidhan Sabha constituency & Udupi Chikkamagaluru Lok Sabha constituency. N.r.pura is nearest town to karekeshwara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.
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Population of Karekeshwara
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,651 | 1,282 | 1,369 |
| Literate Population | 1,748 | 923 | 825 |
| Illiterate Population | 903 | 359 | 544 |
Connectivity of Karekeshwara
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Karekeshwara
Frequently Asked Questions about Karekeshwara
Where is Karekeshwara located?
Karekeshwara village is situated in Narasimharajapura Taluka, within the Chikmagalur district of Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karekeshwara?
The Gram Panchayat of Karekeshwara is Karekeshwara Melpal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Karekeshwara?
The pincode of Karekeshwara is 577112, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Karekeshwara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karekeshwara is 2,651, with 1,282 males and 1,369 females.
How many households are there in Karekeshwara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Karekeshwara village has a total of 684 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karekeshwara as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karekeshwara is 65.94%. The male literacy rate is 72.00%, while the female literacy rate is 60.26%.