Elinje
Elinje is a village located in Mangalore taluka of Dakshina Kannada district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 35km away from Mangalore, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Elinje village. As per 2009 stats, Aikala is the gram panchayat of Elinje village.
Here you can discover what makes Elinje unique in its vibrant Mangalore-Dakshina Kannada region. You’ll see Elinje’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 Elinje
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Elinje is 617440. The village spans a total geographical area of 629.34 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 574141. Mulki is nearest town to Elinje village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Elinje
Population of Elinje
According to the 2011 Census, Elinje has a total population of about 1,951, with approximately 899 males and 1,052 females. The sex ratio is around 1170 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 138 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 79 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 18. The overall literacy rate is approximately 80.63%, with male literacy at about 86.21% and female literacy near 75.86%. There are around 494 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Elinje's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,951 | 899 | 1,052 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 138 | 62 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 79 | 39 | 40 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 18 | 7 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 1,573 | 775 | 798 |
| Illiterate Population | 378 | 124 | 254 |
Connectivity of Elinje
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Elinje. As per the 2011 stats, Elinje 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 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Elinje
Knowing the nearby villages of Elinje helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Elinje.
Frequently Asked Questions about Elinje
- Where is Elinje located?
- Elinje village is situated in Mangalore Taluka, within the Dakshina Kannada district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Elinje?
- The Gram Panchayat of Elinje is Aikala (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Elinje?
- The pincode of Elinje is 574141, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Elinje as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Elinje is 1,951, with 899 males and 1,052 females.
- How many households are there in Elinje as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Elinje village has a total of 494 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Elinje as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Elinje is 80.63%. The male literacy rate is 86.21%, while the female literacy rate is 75.86%.