Arakere
Arakere is a village located in Bhadravati taluka of Shimoga district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Bhadravati (tehsildar office) and 43km away from district headquarter Shimoga. As per 2009 stats, Arakere village is also a gram panchayat.
Arakere has its own place in the vibrant Shimoga 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 Arakere
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Arakere is 608567. The village spans a total geographical area of 321.63 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 577233. Bhadravathi is nearest town to Arakere village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
When it comes to local governance, Arakere 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 Shivamogga Rural Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Shivamogga Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Arakere
Population of Arakere
Below is a concise population overview of Arakere 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 | 2,254 | 1,127 | 1,127 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 227 | 117 | 110 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 286 | 150 | 136 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 321 | 158 | 163 |
| Literate Population | 1,632 | 874 | 758 |
| Illiterate Population | 622 | 253 | 369 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Arakere village:
- The total population of Arakere village is around 2,254, including approximately 1,127 males and 1,127 females, with a sex ratio of 1000 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 227 children aged 0–6 years in Arakere village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Arakere village has 286 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 321 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Arakere village is about 72.40%, with male literacy at 77.55% and female literacy at 67.26%.
- There are around 522 households in Arakere village.
Connectivity of Arakere
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Arakere. As per the 2011 stats, Arakere 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Arakere
Knowing the nearby villages of Arakere helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Arakere.
Frequently Asked Questions about Arakere
- Where is Arakere located?
- Arakere village is situated in Bhadravati Taluka, within the Shimoga district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Arakere?
- Arakere serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Arakere?
- The pincode of Arakere is 577233, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Arakere as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Arakere is 2,254, with 1,127 males and 1,127 females.
- How many households are there in Arakere as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Arakere village has a total of 522 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Arakere as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Arakere is 72.40%. The male literacy rate is 77.55%, while the female literacy rate is 67.26%.