Nilakunda

Nilakunda is a village located in Arkalgud taluka of Hassan district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Arkalgud (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Hassan. As per 2009 stats, Holalagodu is the gram panchayat of Nilakunda village.

Nilakunda 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 Nilakunda

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Nilakunda is 616537. The village spans a total geographical area of 200.86 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 573102. Arkalgud is nearest town to Nilakunda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.

When it comes to local governance, Nilakunda 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 Nilakunda

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 256 127 129
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 20 8 12
Scheduled Castes (SC) 32 15 17
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 166 98 68
Illiterate Population 90 29 61

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

  • The total population of Nilakunda village is around 256, including approximately 127 males and 129 females, with a sex ratio of 1015 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 20 children aged 0–6 years in Nilakunda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Nilakunda village has 32 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Nilakunda village is about 64.84%, with male literacy at 77.17% and female literacy at 52.71%.
  • There are around 62 households in Nilakunda village.

Connectivity of Nilakunda

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Nilakunda. As per the 2011 stats, Nilakunda 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 <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Nilakunda

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

Hennur Kongalale Maragowdanahalli Pemmanahalli Chikkabemmathi Yadiyuru Singanakuppe Abbur Machagowdanahalli Kollangi Kallur Kakodanahalli Ambigodanahlli

Frequently Asked Questions about Nilakunda

Where is Nilakunda located?
Nilakunda village is situated in Arkalgud Taluka, within the Hassan district of Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nilakunda?
The Gram Panchayat of Nilakunda is Holalagodu (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Nilakunda?
The pincode of Nilakunda is 573102, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Nilakunda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Nilakunda is 256, with 127 males and 129 females.
How many households are there in Nilakunda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Nilakunda village has a total of 62 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nilakunda as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Nilakunda is 64.84%. The male literacy rate is 77.17%, while the female literacy rate is 52.71%.