Baniga
About Baniga
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Baniga village is 607900. Baniga village is located in Hosanagara taluka of Shimoga district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Hosanagara (tehsildar office) and 75km away from district headquarter Shimoga. As per 2009 stats, Haridravathi is the gram panchayat of Baniga village.
The total geographical area of village is 500.47 hectares. Baniga has a total population of 543 peoples, out of which male population is 275 while female population is 268. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 974 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of baniga village is 71.64% out of which 77.82% males and 65.30% females are literate. There are about 120 houses in baniga village. Pincode of baniga village locality is 577412.
When it comes to administration, Baniga village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Baniga village comes under Sagar Vidhan Sabha constituency & Shivamogga Lok Sabha constituency. Hosanagara is nearest town to baniga village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
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Population of Baniga
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 543 | 275 | 268 |
| Literate Population | 389 | 214 | 175 |
| Illiterate Population | 154 | 61 | 93 |
Connectivity of Baniga
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Baniga
Where is Baniga located?
Baniga village is situated in Hosanagara Taluka, within the Shimoga district of Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Baniga?
The Gram Panchayat of Baniga is Haridravathi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Baniga?
The pincode of Baniga is 577412, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Baniga as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Baniga is 543, with 275 males and 268 females.
How many households are there in Baniga as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Baniga village has a total of 120 households.
What is the literacy rate in Baniga as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Baniga is 71.64%. The male literacy rate is 77.82%, while the female literacy rate is 65.30%.