Gerukuppe

Gerukuppe is a village located in Arkalgud taluka of Hassan district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Arkalgud (tehsildar office) and 39km away from district headquarter Hassan. As per 2009 stats, Holalagodu is the gram panchayat of Gerukuppe village.

Gerukuppe has its own place in the vibrant Hassan 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 Gerukuppe

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gerukuppe is 616545. The village spans a total geographical area of 83.71 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 573102. Arkalgud is nearest town to Gerukuppe village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.

When it comes to local governance, Gerukuppe 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 Arkalgud 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.

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Population of Gerukuppe

Below is a concise population overview of Gerukuppe as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 169 88 81
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 12 7 5
Scheduled Castes (SC) 26 14 12
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 129 70 59
Illiterate Population 40 18 22

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gerukuppe village:

  • The total population of Gerukuppe village is around 169, including approximately 88 males and 81 females, with a sex ratio of 920 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 12 children aged 0–6 years in Gerukuppe village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Gerukuppe village has 26 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Gerukuppe village is about 76.33%, with male literacy at 79.55% and female literacy at 72.84%.
  • There are around 42 households in Gerukuppe village.

Connectivity of Gerukuppe

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

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Gerukuppe

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

Kollangi Kallur Kakodanahalli Ambigodanahlli Muduganur Kaval Lingadahalli Dadadahalli Doddabemmathi Jakkahalli Arasikatte Kaval Heggadihalli

Frequently Asked Questions about Gerukuppe

Where is Gerukuppe located?
Gerukuppe village is situated in Arkalgud Taluka, within the Hassan district of Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gerukuppe?
The Gram Panchayat of Gerukuppe is Holalagodu (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Gerukuppe?
The pincode of Gerukuppe is 573102, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gerukuppe as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gerukuppe is 169, with 88 males and 81 females.
How many households are there in Gerukuppe as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gerukuppe village has a total of 42 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gerukuppe as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gerukuppe is 76.33%. The male literacy rate is 79.55%, while the female literacy rate is 72.84%.