Sokke
About Sokke
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Sokke village is 609299. Sokke village is located in Tarikere taluka of Chikmagalur district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Tarikere (tehsildar office) and 65km away from district headquarter Chikmagalur. As per 2009 stats, Sokke village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 426.92 hectares. Sokke has a total population of 1,156 peoples, out of which male population is 576 while female population is 580. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1006 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of sokke village is 78.55% out of which 83.68% males and 73.45% females are literate. There are about 289 houses in sokke village. Pincode of sokke village locality is 577547.
When it comes to administration, Sokke 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, Sokke village comes under Tarikere Vidhan Sabha constituency & Udupi Chikkamagaluru Lok Sabha constituency. Tarikere is nearest town to sokke village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
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Population of Sokke
The population details of Sokke 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 | 1,156 | 576 | 580 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 80 | 42 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 235 | 113 | 122 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 908 | 482 | 426 |
| Illiterate Population | 248 | 94 | 154 |
Connectivity of Sokke
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Sokke
Where is Sokke located?
Sokke village is situated in Tarikere Taluka, within the Chikmagalur district of Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sokke?
Sokke serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Sokke?
The pincode of Sokke is 577547, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sokke as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sokke is 1,156, with 576 males and 580 females.
How many households are there in Sokke as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sokke village has a total of 289 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sokke as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sokke is 78.55%. The male literacy rate is 83.68%, while the female literacy rate is 73.45%.