Athigunda
Athigunda is a village located in Bhadravati taluka of Shimoga district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Bhadravati (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Shimoga. As per 2009 stats, Attigunda is the gram panchayat of Athigunda village.
Athigunda 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 Athigunda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Athigunda is 608598. The village spans a total geographical area of 711.53 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 577233. Bhadravathi is nearest town to Athigunda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Athigunda 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 Bhadravati 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 Athigunda
Population of Athigunda
Below is a concise population overview of Athigunda 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 | 2,084 | 1,094 | 990 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 235 | 129 | 106 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 322 | 158 | 164 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 57 | 27 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 1,455 | 821 | 634 |
| Illiterate Population | 629 | 273 | 356 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Athigunda village:
- The total population of Athigunda village is around 2,084, including approximately 1,094 males and 990 females, with a sex ratio of 904 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 235 children aged 0–6 years in Athigunda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Athigunda village has 322 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 57 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Athigunda village is about 69.82%, with male literacy at 75.05% and female literacy at 64.04%.
- There are around 440 households in Athigunda village.
Connectivity of Athigunda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Athigunda. As per the 2011 stats, Athigunda 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 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Athigunda
Knowing the nearby villages of Athigunda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Athigunda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Athigunda
- Where is Athigunda located?
- Athigunda village is situated in Bhadravati Taluka, within the Shimoga district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Athigunda?
- The Gram Panchayat of Athigunda is Attigunda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Athigunda?
- The pincode of Athigunda is 577233, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Athigunda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Athigunda is 2,084, with 1,094 males and 990 females.
- How many households are there in Athigunda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Athigunda village has a total of 440 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Athigunda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Athigunda is 69.82%. The male literacy rate is 75.05%, while the female literacy rate is 64.04%.