Karikere
About Karikere
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Karikere village is 605333. Karikere village is located in Challakere taluka of Chitradurga district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Challakere (tehsildar office) and 47km away from district headquarter Chitradurga. As per 2009 stats, Meerasaabihalli is the gram panchayat of Karikere village.
The total geographical area of village is 829.18 hectares. Karikere has a total population of 2,087 peoples, out of which male population is 1,052 while female population is 1,035. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 983 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of karikere village is 62.58% out of which 71.10% males and 53.91% females are literate. There are about 398 houses in karikere village. Pincode of karikere village locality is 577522.
When it comes to administration, Karikere 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, Karikere village comes under Challakere Vidhan Sabha constituency & Chitradurga Lok Sabha constituency. Challakere is nearest town to karikere village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 17km away.
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Population of Karikere
The population details of Karikere 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 | 2,087 | 1,052 | 1,035 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 227 | 122 | 105 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 609 | 303 | 306 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 243 | 122 | 121 |
| Literate Population | 1,306 | 748 | 558 |
| Illiterate Population | 781 | 304 | 477 |
Connectivity of Karikere
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Karikere
Where is Karikere located?
Karikere village is situated in Challakere Taluka, within the Chitradurga district of Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karikere?
The Gram Panchayat of Karikere is Meerasaabihalli (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Karikere?
The pincode of Karikere is 577522, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Karikere as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karikere is 2,087, with 1,052 males and 1,035 females.
How many households are there in Karikere as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Karikere village has a total of 398 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karikere as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karikere is 62.58%. The male literacy rate is 71.10%, while the female literacy rate is 53.91%.