Saligrama
Saligrama is a village located in Krishnarajanagara taluka of Mysore district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 23km away from sub-district headquarter Krishnarajanagara (tehsildar office) and 65km away from district headquarter Mysore. As per 2009 stats, Saligrama village is also a gram panchayat.
Saligrama has its own place in the vibrant Mysore 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 Saligrama
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Saligrama is 618530. The village spans a total geographical area of 1109.49 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 571604. K.r.nagara is nearest town to Saligrama village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 23km away.
When it comes to local governance, Saligrama 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 Krishnarajanagara Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Mandya Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Saligrama
Population of Saligrama
Below is a concise population overview of Saligrama 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 | 11,836 | 5,869 | 5,967 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,038 | 504 | 534 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,991 | 945 | 1,046 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 347 | 170 | 177 |
| Literate Population | 7,767 | 4,149 | 3,618 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,069 | 1,720 | 2,349 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Saligrama village:
- The total population of Saligrama village is around 11,836, including approximately 5,869 males and 5,967 females, with a sex ratio of 1016 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 1,038 children aged 0–6 years in Saligrama village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Saligrama village has 1,991 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 347 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Saligrama village is about 65.62%, with male literacy at 70.69% and female literacy at 60.63%.
- There are around 2,976 households in Saligrama village.
Connectivity of Saligrama
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Saligrama. As per the 2011 stats, Saligrama 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Saligrama
Knowing the nearby villages of Saligrama helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Saligrama.
Frequently Asked Questions about Saligrama
- Where is Saligrama located?
- Saligrama village is situated in Krishnarajanagara Taluka, within the Mysore district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Saligrama?
- Saligrama serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Saligrama?
- The pincode of Saligrama is 571604, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Saligrama as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Saligrama is 11,836, with 5,869 males and 5,967 females.
- How many households are there in Saligrama as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Saligrama village has a total of 2,976 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Saligrama as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Saligrama is 65.62%. The male literacy rate is 70.69%, while the female literacy rate is 60.63%.