Karagodu

Karagodu is a village located in Alur taluka of Hassan district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 21km away from sub-district headquarter Alur (tehsildar office) and 39km away from district headquarter Hassan. As per 2009 stats, Karagodu village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Karagodu unique in its vibrant Alur-Hassan region. You’ll see Karagodu’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 Karagodu

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karagodu is 616277. The village spans a total geographical area of 317.47 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 573129. Alur is nearest town to Karagodu village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 21km away.

When it comes to local governance, Karagodu village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Sakleshpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hassan Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

Google Map of Karagodu

Population of Karagodu

According to the 2011 Census, Karagodu has a total population of about 1,345, with approximately 674 males and 671 females. The sex ratio is around 995 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 98 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 444 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 33. The overall literacy rate is approximately 73.09%, with male literacy at about 78.49% and female literacy near 67.66%. There are around 324 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Karagodu's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

Connectivity of Karagodu

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Karagodu. As per the 2011 stats, Karagodu had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Nearby Villages of Karagodu

Knowing the nearby villages of Karagodu helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Karagodu.

Frequently Asked Questions about Karagodu