Charvaka
Charvaka is a village located in Puttur taluka of Dakshina Kannada district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Puttur (tehsildar office) and 79km away from district headquarter Mangalore. As per 2009 stats, Kaniyuru is the gram panchayat of Charvaka village.
Charvaka has its own place in the vibrant Dakshina Kannada region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Charvaka
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Charvaka is 617717. The village spans a total geographical area of 1164.99 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 574328. Puttur is nearest town to Charvaka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
Google Map of Charvaka
Population of Charvaka
Below is a concise population overview of Charvaka as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,977 | 1,523 | 1,454 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 328 | 168 | 160 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 638 | 329 | 309 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 2,151 | 1,183 | 968 |
| Illiterate Population | 826 | 340 | 486 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Charvaka village:
- The total population of Charvaka village is around 2,977, including approximately 1,523 males and 1,454 females, with a sex ratio of 954 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 328 children aged 0–6 years in Charvaka village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Charvaka village has 638 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 4 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Charvaka village is about 72.25%, with male literacy at 77.68% and female literacy at 66.57%.
- There are around 602 households in Charvaka village.
Connectivity of Charvaka
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Charvaka. As per the 2011 stats, Charvaka 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 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Charvaka
Knowing the nearby villages of Charvaka helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Charvaka.
Frequently Asked Questions about Charvaka
- Where is Charvaka located?
- Charvaka village is situated in Puttur Taluka, within the Dakshina Kannada district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Charvaka?
- The Gram Panchayat of Charvaka is Kaniyuru (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Charvaka?
- The pincode of Charvaka is 574328, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Charvaka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Charvaka is 2,977, with 1,523 males and 1,454 females.
- How many households are there in Charvaka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Charvaka village has a total of 602 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Charvaka as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Charvaka is 72.25%. The male literacy rate is 77.68%, while the female literacy rate is 66.57%.