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.
Here you can discover what makes Nalkeri Forest unique in its vibrant Virajpet-Kodagu region. You’ll see Nalkeri Forest’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 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
According to the 2011 Census, Nalkeri Forest has a total population of about 1,117, with approximately 569 males and 548 females. The sex ratio is around 963 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 155 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 36 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,028. The overall literacy rate is approximately 61.59%, with male literacy at about 63.97% and female literacy near 59.12%. There are around 268 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Nalkeri Forest's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.