Sanikere
About Sanikere
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Sanikere village is 605365. Sanikere village is located in Challakere taluka of Chitradurga district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Challakere (tehsildar office) and 32km away from district headquarter Chitradurga. As per 2009 stats, Sanikere village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 2436.86 hectares. Sanikere has a total population of 2,677 peoples, out of which male population is 1,372 while female population is 1,305. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 951 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of sanikere village is 63.47% out of which 67.93% males and 58.77% females are literate. There are about 598 houses in sanikere village. Pincode of sanikere village locality is 577522.
When it comes to administration, Sanikere 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, Sanikere village comes under Challakere Vidhan Sabha constituency & Chitradurga Lok Sabha constituency. Challakere is nearest town to sanikere village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
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Population of Sanikere
The population details of Sanikere 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 | 2,677 | 1,372 | 1,305 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 260 | 144 | 116 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 418 | 227 | 191 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 885 | 439 | 446 |
| Literate Population | 1,699 | 932 | 767 |
| Illiterate Population | 978 | 440 | 538 |
Connectivity of Sanikere
| 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 Sanikere
Where is Sanikere located?
Sanikere village is situated in Challakere Taluka, within the Chitradurga district of Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sanikere?
Sanikere serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Sanikere?
The pincode of Sanikere is 577522, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sanikere as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sanikere is 2,677, with 1,372 males and 1,305 females.
How many households are there in Sanikere as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sanikere village has a total of 598 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sanikere as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sanikere is 63.47%. The male literacy rate is 67.93%, while the female literacy rate is 58.77%.