Kudige
Kudige is a village located in Somvarpet taluka of Kodagu district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 27km away from sub-district headquarter Somwarpet (tehsildar office) and 36km away from district headquarter Madikeri. As per 2009 stats, Kudige village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kudige unique in its vibrant Somvarpet-Kodagu region. You’ll see Kudige’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 Kudige
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kudige is 617980. The village spans a total geographical area of 1487.3 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 571232. Kushalnagar is nearest town to Kudige village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km away.
Google Map of Kudige
Population of Kudige
According to the 2011 Census, Kudige has a total population of about 5,532, with approximately 2,751 males and 2,781 females. The sex ratio is around 1010 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 473 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 641 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 606. The overall literacy rate is approximately 71.95%, with male literacy at about 78.81% and female literacy near 65.16%. There are around 1,432 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kudige's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,532 | 2,751 | 2,781 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 473 | 242 | 231 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 641 | 317 | 324 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 606 | 316 | 290 |
| Literate Population | 3,980 | 2,168 | 1,812 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,552 | 583 | 969 |
Connectivity of Kudige
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kudige. As per the 2011 stats, Kudige 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 Kudige
Knowing the nearby villages of Kudige helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kudige.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kudige
- Where is Kudige located?
- Kudige village is situated in Somvarpet Taluka, within the Kodagu district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kudige?
- Kudige serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kudige?
- The pincode of Kudige is 571232, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kudige as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kudige is 5,532, with 2,751 males and 2,781 females.
- How many households are there in Kudige as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kudige village has a total of 1,432 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kudige as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kudige is 71.95%. The male literacy rate is 78.81%, while the female literacy rate is 65.16%.