Karike
About Karike
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Karike village is 617793. Karike village is 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.
The total geographical area of village is 6954.7 hectares. Karike has a total population of 4,301 peoples, out of which male population is 2,134 while female population is 2,167. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1015 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of karike village is 75.19% out of which 79.38% males and 71.07% females are literate. There are about 1,031 houses in karike village. Pincode of karike village locality is 571247.
When it comes to administration, Karike village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Karike village comes under Virajpet Vidhan Sabha constituency & Mysuru Lok Sabha constituency. Sulya is nearest town to karike village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
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Population of Karike
The population details of Karike cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,301 | 2,134 | 2,167 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 398 | 211 | 187 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 1,067 | 525 | 542 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 768 | 366 | 402 |
| Literate Population | 3,234 | 1,694 | 1,540 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,067 | 440 | 627 |
Connectivity of Karike
| 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 |
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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%.