Nalkeri Forest
Nalkeri Forest is a village located in Virajpet taluka of Kodagu district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 44km away from sub-district headquarter Virajpet (tehsildar office) and 32km away from district headquarter Madikeri. As per 2009 stats, Nalkeri is the gram panchayat of Nalkeri Forest village.
Nalkeri Forest 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 Nalkeri Forest
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Nalkeri Forest is 618072. The village spans a total geographical area of 10417.81 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 571217. Virajpet is nearest town to Nalkeri Forest village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 44km away.
Google Map of Nalkeri Forest
Population of Nalkeri Forest
Below is a concise population overview of Nalkeri Forest 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 | 1,117 | 569 | 548 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 155 | 87 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 36 | 20 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,028 | 520 | 508 |
| Literate Population | 688 | 364 | 324 |
| Illiterate Population | 429 | 205 | 224 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Nalkeri Forest village:
- The total population of Nalkeri Forest village is around 1,117, including approximately 569 males and 548 females, with a sex ratio of 963 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 155 children aged 0–6 years in Nalkeri Forest village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Nalkeri Forest village has 36 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,028 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Nalkeri Forest village is about 61.59%, with male literacy at 63.97% and female literacy at 59.12%.
- There are around 268 households in Nalkeri Forest village.
Connectivity of Nalkeri Forest
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Nalkeri Forest. As per the 2011 stats, Nalkeri Forest 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Nalkeri Forest
Knowing the nearby villages of Nalkeri Forest helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Nalkeri Forest.
Frequently Asked Questions about Nalkeri Forest
- Where is Nalkeri Forest located?
- Nalkeri Forest village is situated in Virajpet Taluka, within the Kodagu district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Nalkeri Forest?
- The Gram Panchayat of Nalkeri Forest is Nalkeri (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Nalkeri Forest?
- The pincode of Nalkeri Forest is 571217, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Nalkeri Forest as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Nalkeri Forest is 1,117, with 569 males and 548 females.
- How many households are there in Nalkeri Forest as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Nalkeri Forest village has a total of 268 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Nalkeri Forest as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Nalkeri Forest is 61.59%. The male literacy rate is 63.97%, while the female literacy rate is 59.12%.