Hirekathur
About Hirekathur
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Hirekathur village is 609141. Hirekathur village is located in Tarikere taluka of Chikmagalur district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Tarikere (tehsildar office) and 80km away from district headquarter Chikmagalur. As per 2009 stats, Belenahalli is the gram panchayat of Hirekathur village.
The total geographical area of village is 403.68 hectares. Hirekathur has a total population of 180 peoples, out of which male population is 96 while female population is 84. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 875 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of hirekathur village is 65.56% out of which 71.88% males and 58.33% females are literate. There are about 39 houses in hirekathur village. Pincode of hirekathur village locality is 577228.
When it comes to administration, Hirekathur 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, Hirekathur village comes under Tarikere Vidhan Sabha constituency & Udupi Chikkamagaluru Lok Sabha constituency. Tarikere is nearest town to hirekathur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
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Population of Hirekathur
The population details of Hirekathur cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 180 | 96 | 84 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 54 | 28 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 20 | 11 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 118 | 69 | 49 |
| Illiterate Population | 62 | 27 | 35 |
Connectivity of Hirekathur
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Hirekathur
Where is Hirekathur located?
Hirekathur village is situated in Tarikere Taluka, within the Chikmagalur district of Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hirekathur?
The Gram Panchayat of Hirekathur is Belenahalli (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Hirekathur?
The pincode of Hirekathur is 577228, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Hirekathur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Hirekathur is 180, with 96 males and 84 females.
How many households are there in Hirekathur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Hirekathur village has a total of 39 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hirekathur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Hirekathur is 65.56%. The male literacy rate is 71.88%, while the female literacy rate is 58.33%.