Sringeri
Sringeri is a village located in Sringeri taluka of Chikmagalur district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 1km away from sub-district headquarter Sringeri (tehsildar office) and 97km away from district headquarter Chikmagalur. As per 2009 stats, Vidyaranayapura is the gram panchayat of Sringeri village.
Here you can discover what makes Sringeri unique in its vibrant Sringeri-Chikmagalur region. You’ll see Sringeri’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 Sringeri
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sringeri is 608950. The village spans a total geographical area of 337.3 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 577139. Sringeri is nearest town to Sringeri village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Sringeri 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 Sringeri
Population of Sringeri
According to the 2011 Census, Sringeri has a total population of about 3,847, with approximately 1,937 males and 1,910 females. The sex ratio is around 986 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 263 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 480 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 153. The overall literacy rate is approximately 87.34%, with male literacy at about 89.26% and female literacy near 85.39%. There are around 823 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sringeri's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,847 | 1,937 | 1,910 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 263 | 131 | 132 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 480 | 206 | 274 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 153 | 76 | 77 |
| Literate Population | 3,360 | 1,729 | 1,631 |
| Illiterate Population | 487 | 208 | 279 |
Connectivity of Sringeri
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sringeri. As per the 2011 stats, Sringeri 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 Sringeri
Knowing the nearby villages of Sringeri helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sringeri.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sringeri
- Where is Sringeri located?
- Sringeri village is situated in Sringeri Taluka, within the Chikmagalur district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sringeri?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sringeri is Vidyaranayapura (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sringeri?
- The pincode of Sringeri is 577139, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sringeri as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sringeri is 3,847, with 1,937 males and 1,910 females.
- How many households are there in Sringeri as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sringeri village has a total of 823 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sringeri as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sringeri is 87.34%. The male literacy rate is 89.26%, while the female literacy rate is 85.39%.