Ira
Ira is a village located in Bantval taluka of Dakshina Kannada district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Bantval (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Mangalore. As per 2009 stats, Ira village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Ira unique in its vibrant Bantval-Dakshina Kannada region. You’ll see Ira’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 Ira
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ira is 617566. The village spans a total geographical area of 1319.8 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 574323. Bantval is nearest town to Ira village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 17km away.
Google Map of Ira
Population of Ira
According to the 2011 Census, Ira has a total population of about 7,376, with approximately 3,648 males and 3,728 females. The sex ratio is around 1021 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 874 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 319 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 113. The overall literacy rate is approximately 76.80%, with male literacy at about 82.43% and female literacy near 71.30%. There are around 1,298 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ira's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,376 | 3,648 | 3,728 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 874 | 439 | 435 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 319 | 154 | 165 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 113 | 52 | 61 |
| Literate Population | 5,665 | 3,007 | 2,658 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,711 | 641 | 1,070 |
Connectivity of Ira
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ira. As per the 2011 stats, Ira had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Ira
Knowing the nearby villages of Ira helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ira.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ira
- Where is Ira located?
- Ira village is situated in Bantval Taluka, within the Dakshina Kannada district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ira?
- Ira serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Ira?
- The pincode of Ira is 574323, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Ira as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ira is 7,376, with 3,648 males and 3,728 females.
- How many households are there in Ira as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ira village has a total of 1,298 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ira as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ira is 76.80%. The male literacy rate is 82.43%, while the female literacy rate is 71.30%.