Nalkeri - Virajpet, Kodagu

Nalkeri is a village situated in the Virajpet taluka of Kodagu district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Virajpet and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Madikeri. Kakotuparambu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nalkeri village.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Nalkeri is 617996. The village covers a total geographical area of 800.63 hectares and falls under the 571217 pincode. Virajpet is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.

Nalkeri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Virajpet Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mysuru Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.

Population of Nalkeri

According to the 2011 Census, Nalkeri village had a total population of 1,620 people, including 802 males and 818 females, living in 419 households. The sex ratio was 1,020 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.90%, with male literacy at 88.73% and female literacy at 79.16%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 131, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 136.

The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.

Nearby Villages of Nalkeri

Nalkeri is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:

Transport and Connectivity of Nalkeri

Nalkeri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Subrahmanya Road, while the nearest airport is Kannur International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 33.8 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Virajpet to Nalkeri is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Madikeri to Nalkeri is about 22 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.

Banking and Postal Services in Nalkeri

Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nalkeri village is detailed below:

Health Facilities in Nalkeri

Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nalkeri village are given below:

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