Karagunda
Karagunda is a village located in Arsikere taluka of Hassan district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Arsikere (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Hassan. As per 2009 stats, Karagunda village is also a gram panchayat.
Karagunda 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 Karagunda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karagunda is 615512. The village spans a total geographical area of 402.78 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 573122. Arsikere is nearest town to Karagunda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
When it comes to local governance, Karagunda 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 Belur 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 Karagunda
Population of Karagunda
Below is a concise population overview of Karagunda as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,543 | 763 | 780 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 136 | 68 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 477 | 221 | 256 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,158 | 614 | 544 |
| Illiterate Population | 385 | 149 | 236 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Karagunda village:
- The total population of Karagunda village is around 1,543, including approximately 763 males and 780 females, with a sex ratio of 1022 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 136 children aged 0–6 years in Karagunda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Karagunda village has 477 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Karagunda village is about 75.05%, with male literacy at 80.47% and female literacy at 69.74%.
- There are around 369 households in Karagunda village.
Connectivity of Karagunda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Karagunda. As per the 2011 stats, Karagunda 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Karagunda
Knowing the nearby villages of Karagunda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Karagunda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Karagunda
- Where is Karagunda located?
- Karagunda village is situated in Arsikere Taluka, within the Hassan district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Karagunda?
- Karagunda serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Karagunda?
- The pincode of Karagunda is 573122, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Karagunda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karagunda is 1,543, with 763 males and 780 females.
- How many households are there in Karagunda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Karagunda village has a total of 369 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Karagunda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karagunda is 75.05%. The male literacy rate is 80.47%, while the female literacy rate is 69.74%.