Heggala

Heggala is a village located in Virajpet taluka of Kodagu district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Virajpet (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Madikeri. As per 2009 stats, Betoli is the gram panchayat of Heggala village.

Heggala 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 Heggala

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Heggala is 618004. The village spans a total geographical area of 6867.92 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 571218. Virajpet is nearest town to Heggala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.

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Population of Heggala

Below is a concise population overview of Heggala as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,317 1,179 1,138
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 212 114 98
Scheduled Castes (SC) 68 32 36
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 148 74 74
Literate Population 1,713 926 787
Illiterate Population 604 253 351

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Heggala village:

  • The total population of Heggala village is around 2,317, including approximately 1,179 males and 1,138 females, with a sex ratio of 965 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 212 children aged 0–6 years in Heggala village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Heggala village has 68 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 148 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Heggala village is about 73.93%, with male literacy at 78.54% and female literacy at 69.16%.
  • There are around 631 households in Heggala village.

Connectivity of Heggala

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Heggala. As per the 2011 stats, Heggala 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 Heggala

Knowing the nearby villages of Heggala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Heggala.

Frequently Asked Questions about Heggala

Where is Heggala located?
Heggala village is situated in Virajpet Taluka, within the Kodagu district of Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Heggala?
The Gram Panchayat of Heggala is Betoli (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Heggala?
The pincode of Heggala is 571218, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Heggala as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Heggala is 2,317, with 1,179 males and 1,138 females.
How many households are there in Heggala as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Heggala village has a total of 631 households.
What is the literacy rate in Heggala as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Heggala is 73.93%. The male literacy rate is 78.54%, while the female literacy rate is 69.16%.