Karkuchi
Karkuchi is a village located in Tarikere taluka of Chikmagalur district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 23km away from sub-district headquarter Tarikere (tehsildar office) and 77km away from district headquarter Chikmagalur. As per 2009 stats, Karkuchi village is also a gram panchayat.
Karkuchi 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 Karkuchi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karkuchi is 609105. The village spans a total geographical area of 1043.11 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 577144. Tarikere is nearest town to Karkuchi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 23km away.
When it comes to local governance, Karkuchi 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 Tarikere 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 Karkuchi
Population of Karkuchi
Below is a concise population overview of Karkuchi as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 4,336 | 2,118 | 2,218 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 453 | 217 | 236 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,930 | 935 | 995 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 32 | 14 | 18 |
Literate Population | 2,736 | 1,470 | 1,266 |
Illiterate Population | 1,600 | 648 | 952 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Karkuchi village:
- The total population of Karkuchi village is around 4,336, including approximately 2,118 males and 2,218 females, with a sex ratio of 1047 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 453 children aged 0–6 years in Karkuchi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Karkuchi village has 1,930 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 32 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Karkuchi village is about 63.10%, with male literacy at 69.41% and female literacy at 57.08%.
- There are around 1,027 households in Karkuchi village.
Connectivity of Karkuchi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Karkuchi. As per the 2011 stats, Karkuchi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Karkuchi
Knowing the nearby villages of Karkuchi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Karkuchi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Karkuchi
- Where is Karkuchi located?
- Karkuchi village is situated in Tarikere Taluka, within the Chikmagalur district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Karkuchi?
- Karkuchi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Karkuchi?
- The pincode of Karkuchi is 577144, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Karkuchi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karkuchi is 4,336, with 2,118 males and 2,218 females.
- How many households are there in Karkuchi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Karkuchi village has a total of 1,027 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Karkuchi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karkuchi is 63.10%. The male literacy rate is 69.41%, while the female literacy rate is 57.08%.