Karugunda
Karugunda is a village located in Madikeri taluka of Kodagu district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 14km away from Madikeri, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Karugunda village. As per 2009 stats, Bettageri is the gram panchayat of Karugunda village.
Karugunda 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 Karugunda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karugunda is 617805. The village spans a total geographical area of 1488.64 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 571247. Madikeri is nearest town to Karugunda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.
When it comes to local governance, Karugunda 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 Karugunda
Population of Karugunda
Below is a concise population overview of Karugunda 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 | 1,430 | 715 | 715 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 116 | 57 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 183 | 90 | 93 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 58 | 30 | 28 |
| Literate Population | 1,189 | 620 | 569 |
| Illiterate Population | 241 | 95 | 146 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Karugunda village:
- The total population of Karugunda village is around 1,430, including approximately 715 males and 715 females, with a sex ratio of 1000 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 116 children aged 0–6 years in Karugunda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Karugunda village has 183 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 58 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Karugunda village is about 83.15%, with male literacy at 86.71% and female literacy at 79.58%.
- There are around 409 households in Karugunda village.
Connectivity of Karugunda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Karugunda. As per the 2011 stats, Karugunda 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Karugunda
Knowing the nearby villages of Karugunda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Karugunda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Karugunda
- Where is Karugunda located?
- Karugunda village is situated in Madikeri Taluka, within the Kodagu district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Karugunda?
- The Gram Panchayat of Karugunda is Bettageri (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Karugunda?
- The pincode of Karugunda is 571247, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Karugunda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karugunda is 1,430, with 715 males and 715 females.
- How many households are there in Karugunda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Karugunda village has a total of 409 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Karugunda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karugunda is 83.15%. The male literacy rate is 86.71%, while the female literacy rate is 79.58%.