Medikere
About Medikere
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Medikere village is 606953. Medikere village is located in Channagiri taluka of Davanagere district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 27km away from sub-district headquarter Channagiri (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Davanagere. As per 2009 stats, Medikere village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 741.59 hectares. Medikere has a total population of 2,201 peoples, out of which male population is 1,101 while female population is 1,100. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 999 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of medikere village is 55.84% out of which 64.40% males and 47.27% females are literate. There are about 488 houses in medikere village. Pincode of medikere village locality is 577552.
When it comes to administration, Medikere 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, Medikere village comes under Channagiri Vidhan Sabha constituency & Davanagere Lok Sabha constituency. Channagiri is nearest town to medikere village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 27km away.
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Population of Medikere
The population details of Medikere 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 | 2,201 | 1,101 | 1,100 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 239 | 125 | 114 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 425 | 218 | 207 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 412 | 208 | 204 |
| Literate Population | 1,229 | 709 | 520 |
| Illiterate Population | 972 | 392 | 580 |
Connectivity of Medikere
| 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 Medikere
Where is Medikere located?
Medikere village is situated in Channagiri Taluka, within the Davanagere district of Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Medikere?
Medikere serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Medikere?
The pincode of Medikere is 577552, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Medikere as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Medikere is 2,201, with 1,101 males and 1,100 females.
How many households are there in Medikere as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Medikere village has a total of 488 households.
What is the literacy rate in Medikere as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Medikere is 55.84%. The male literacy rate is 64.40%, while the female literacy rate is 47.27%.