Varankhed

Varankhed is a village located in Gangawati taluka of Koppal district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 33km away from sub-district headquarter Gangawati (tehsildar office) and 55km away from district headquarter Koppal. As per 2009 stats, Hulihaider is the gram panchayat of Varankhed village.

Varankhed has its own place in the vibrant Koppal 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 Varankhed

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Varankhed is 601559. The village spans a total geographical area of 582.68 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 583283. Gangawati is nearest town to Varankhed village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 33km away.

When it comes to local governance, Varankhed 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 Kanakagiri Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Koppal Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Varankhed

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 329 162 167
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 69 38 31
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 299 149 150
Literate Population 147 93 54
Illiterate Population 182 69 113

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

  • The total population of Varankhed village is around 329, including approximately 162 males and 167 females, with a sex ratio of 1030 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 69 children aged 0–6 years in Varankhed village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Varankhed village has 299 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Varankhed village is about 44.68%, with male literacy at 57.41% and female literacy at 32.34%.
  • There are around 48 households in Varankhed village.

Connectivity of Varankhed

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Varankhed. As per the 2011 stats, Varankhed had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Varankhed

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

Godinal Guddadur Sirwar Hanmanhal Kanakapura Bailakampur Gouripur Devlapur Chikka Wadderkal Basrihal Somsagara

Frequently Asked Questions about Varankhed

Where is Varankhed located?
Varankhed village is situated in Gangawati Taluka, within the Koppal district of Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Varankhed?
The Gram Panchayat of Varankhed is Hulihaider (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Varankhed?
The pincode of Varankhed is 583283, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Varankhed as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Varankhed is 329, with 162 males and 167 females.
How many households are there in Varankhed as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Varankhed village has a total of 48 households.
What is the literacy rate in Varankhed as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Varankhed is 44.68%. The male literacy rate is 57.41%, while the female literacy rate is 32.34%.