Kokeri
Kokeri is a village located in Madikeri taluka of Kodagu district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 40km away from Madikeri, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Kokeri village. As per 2009 stats, Nariandada is the gram panchayat of Kokeri village.
Here you can discover what makes Kokeri unique in its vibrant Madikeri-Kodagu region. You’ll see Kokeri’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kokeri
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kokeri is 617849. The village spans a total geographical area of 832.45 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 571212. Virajpet is nearest town to Kokeri village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kokeri 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 Kokeri
Population of Kokeri
According to the 2011 Census, Kokeri has a total population of about 987, with approximately 478 males and 509 females. The sex ratio is around 1064 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 111 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 164 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 68. The overall literacy rate is approximately 77.10%, with male literacy at about 78.24% and female literacy near 76.03%. There are around 267 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kokeri's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 987 | 478 | 509 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 111 | 62 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 164 | 79 | 85 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 68 | 38 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 761 | 374 | 387 |
| Illiterate Population | 226 | 104 | 122 |
Connectivity of Kokeri
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kokeri. As per the 2011 stats, Kokeri had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kokeri
Knowing the nearby villages of Kokeri helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kokeri.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kokeri
- Where is Kokeri located?
- Kokeri village is situated in Madikeri Taluka, within the Kodagu district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kokeri?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kokeri is Nariandada (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kokeri?
- The pincode of Kokeri is 571212, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kokeri as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kokeri is 987, with 478 males and 509 females.
- How many households are there in Kokeri as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kokeri village has a total of 267 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kokeri as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kokeri is 77.10%. The male literacy rate is 78.24%, while the female literacy rate is 76.03%.