Hikkimgeri Village Overview
Hikkimgeri is a village in Harapanahalli tehsil of Davanagere district, Karnataka. It lies about 10 km from Harapanahalli tehsil headquarters and around 40 km from Davanagere district headquarters. As per available records (2009), Kadabagere is the Gram Panchayat for Hikkimgeri village.
The sections below provide essential information about Hikkimgeri village, including population details, literacy levels, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local administration, nearby villages, and transport connectivity.
Village Location & Administration
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hikkimgeri is 606324. The village covers a geographical area of 367.77 hectares and has a pincode of 583125. Harapanahalli is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Location Map of Hikkimgeri
Population & Demographics of Hikkimgeri
This section provides population and demographic details of Hikkimgeri village as per Census 2011, including gender-wise and social category-wise data.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 949 | 480 | 469 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 99 | 40 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 443 | 220 | 223 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 112 | 60 | 52 |
| Literate Population | 585 | 339 | 246 |
| Illiterate Population | 364 | 141 | 223 |
Key population details of Hikkimgeri village are given below:
- Hikkimgeri village is a moderately populated village with a total population of around 949, including approximately 480 males and 469 females, with a sex ratio of 977 females per 1,000 males.
- The number of children aged 0–6 years in the village is relatively low.
- 443 residents belong to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 112 residents belong to the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy level of Hikkimgeri village is good, with a literacy rate of about 61.64%.
- There are around 178 households in Hikkimgeri village.
Transport & Connectivity of Hikkimgeri
Transport facilities help residents of Hikkimgeri village travel to nearby towns for work, education, healthcare, and daily needs. The village has access to public bus service, private bus service and a 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 Hikkimgeri
The following villages are located close to Hikkimgeri and form part of its surrounding area. These nearby villages are commonly connected through local roads and are part of the day-to-day movement for residents.
Frequently Asked Questions about Hikkimgeri
- Where is Hikkimgeri located?
- Hikkimgeri village is located in Harapanahalli Taluka, Davanagere district, Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Hikkimgeri?
- The Gram Panchayat of Hikkimgeri is Kadabagere (as per available records from 2009).
- What is the pincode of Hikkimgeri?
- The pincode of Hikkimgeri is 583125.
- What is the population of Hikkimgeri?
- Hikkimgeri has a total population of 949, including 480 males and 469 females.
- How many households are there in Hikkimgeri?
- There are 178 households in Hikkimgeri.
- What is the literacy rate in Hikkimgeri?
- As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hikkimgeri is 61.64%. Male literacy is 70.63% and female literacy is 52.45%.