Karike
Karike is a village located in Madikeri taluka of Kodagu district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 50km away from Madikeri, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Karike village. As per 2009 stats, Karike village is also a gram panchayat.
Karike has its own place in the vibrant Kodagu 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 Karike
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karike is 617793. The village spans a total geographical area of 6954.7 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 571247. Sulya is nearest town to Karike village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
When it comes to local governance, Karike 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 Virajpet Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Mysuru Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Karike
Population of Karike
Below is a concise population overview of Karike 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 | 4,301 | 2,134 | 2,167 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 398 | 211 | 187 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,067 | 525 | 542 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 768 | 366 | 402 |
| Literate Population | 3,234 | 1,694 | 1,540 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,067 | 440 | 627 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Karike village:
- The total population of Karike village is around 4,301, including approximately 2,134 males and 2,167 females, with a sex ratio of 1015 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 398 children aged 0–6 years in Karike village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Karike village has 1,067 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 768 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Karike village is about 75.19%, with male literacy at 79.38% and female literacy at 71.07%.
- There are around 1,031 households in Karike village.
Connectivity of Karike
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Karike. As per the 2011 stats, Karike 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Karike
Knowing the nearby villages of Karike helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Karike.
Frequently Asked Questions about Karike
- Where is Karike located?
- Karike village is situated in Madikeri Taluka, within the Kodagu district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Karike?
- Karike serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Karike?
- The pincode of Karike is 571247, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Karike as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karike is 4,301, with 2,134 males and 2,167 females.
- How many households are there in Karike as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Karike village has a total of 1,031 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Karike as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karike is 75.19%. The male literacy rate is 79.38%, while the female literacy rate is 71.07%.