Alike
Alike is a village located in Bantval taluka of Dakshina Kannada district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 29km away from sub-district headquarter Bantval (tehsildar office) and 53km away from district headquarter Mangalore. As per 2009 stats, Alike village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Alike unique in its vibrant Bantval-Dakshina Kannada region. You’ll see Alike’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Alike
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Alike is 617591. The village spans a total geographical area of 1414.12 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 574235. Puttur is nearest town to Alike village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 29km away.
Google Map of Alike
Population of Alike
According to the 2011 Census, Alike has a total population of about 5,840, with approximately 3,206 males and 2,634 females. The sex ratio is around 821 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 458 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 227 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 874. The overall literacy rate is approximately 82.52%, with male literacy at about 87.96% and female literacy near 75.89%. There are around 1,041 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Alike's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,840 | 3,206 | 2,634 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 458 | 212 | 246 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 227 | 116 | 111 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 874 | 441 | 433 |
| Literate Population | 4,819 | 2,820 | 1,999 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,021 | 386 | 635 |
Connectivity of Alike
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Alike. As per the 2011 stats, Alike had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Alike
Knowing the nearby villages of Alike helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Alike.
Frequently Asked Questions about Alike
- Where is Alike located?
- Alike village is situated in Bantval Taluka, within the Dakshina Kannada district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Alike?
- Alike serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Alike?
- The pincode of Alike is 574235, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Alike as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Alike is 5,840, with 3,206 males and 2,634 females.
- How many households are there in Alike as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Alike village has a total of 1,041 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Alike as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Alike is 82.52%. The male literacy rate is 87.96%, while the female literacy rate is 75.89%.