Arikunte
Arikunte is a village located in Srinivaspur taluka of Kolar district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Srinivaspur (tehsildar office) and 33km away from district headquarter Kolar. As per 2009 stats, Arikunte village is also a gram panchayat.
Arikunte has its own place in the vibrant Kolar 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 Arikunte
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Arikunte is 621584. The village spans a total geographical area of 147.72 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 563135. Srinivaspur is nearest town to Arikunte village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
When it comes to local governance, Arikunte village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Srinivaspur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kolar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Arikunte
Population of Arikunte
Below is a concise population overview of Arikunte 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 | 702 | 382 | 320 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 67 | 31 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 156 | 90 | 66 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 36 | 24 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 474 | 295 | 179 |
| Illiterate Population | 228 | 87 | 141 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Arikunte village:
- The total population of Arikunte village is around 702, including approximately 382 males and 320 females, with a sex ratio of 837 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 67 children aged 0–6 years in Arikunte village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Arikunte village has 156 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 36 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Arikunte village is about 67.52%, with male literacy at 77.23% and female literacy at 55.94%.
- There are around 142 households in Arikunte village.
Connectivity of Arikunte
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Arikunte. As per the 2011 stats, Arikunte 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 Arikunte
Knowing the nearby villages of Arikunte helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Arikunte.
Frequently Asked Questions about Arikunte
- Where is Arikunte located?
- Arikunte village is situated in Srinivaspur Taluka, within the Kolar district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Arikunte?
- Arikunte serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Arikunte?
- The pincode of Arikunte is 563135, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Arikunte as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Arikunte is 702, with 382 males and 320 females.
- How many households are there in Arikunte as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Arikunte village has a total of 142 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Arikunte as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Arikunte is 67.52%. The male literacy rate is 77.23%, while the female literacy rate is 55.94%.