Gijaga
Gijaga is a village located in Sagar taluka of Shimoga district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Sagar (tehsildar office) and 90km away from district headquarter Shimoga. As per 2009 stats, Heggodu is the gram panchayat of Gijaga village.
Gijaga 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 Gijaga
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gijaga is 607247. The village spans a total geographical area of 367.65 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 577417. Sagar is nearest town to Gijaga village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
When it comes to local governance, Gijaga 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 Sagar 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 Gijaga
Population of Gijaga
Below is a concise population overview of Gijaga 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 | 96 | 52 | 44 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 12 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 6 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 62 | 36 | 26 |
| Illiterate Population | 34 | 16 | 18 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gijaga village:
- The total population of Gijaga village is around 96, including approximately 52 males and 44 females, with a sex ratio of 846 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 17 children aged 0–6 years in Gijaga village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Gijaga village has 14 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 14 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Gijaga village is about 64.58%, with male literacy at 69.23% and female literacy at 59.09%.
- There are around 18 households in Gijaga village.
Connectivity of Gijaga
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gijaga. As per the 2011 stats, Gijaga 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 Gijaga
Knowing the nearby villages of Gijaga helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gijaga.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gijaga
- Where is Gijaga located?
- Gijaga village is situated in Sagar Taluka, within the Shimoga district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gijaga?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gijaga is Heggodu (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gijaga?
- The pincode of Gijaga is 577417, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gijaga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gijaga is 96, with 52 males and 44 females.
- How many households are there in Gijaga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gijaga village has a total of 18 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gijaga as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gijaga is 64.58%. The male literacy rate is 69.23%, while the female literacy rate is 59.09%.