Gilalagundi

Gilalagundi is a village located in Sagar taluka of Shimoga district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Sagar (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Shimoga. As per 2009 stats, Achapura is the gram panchayat of Gilalagundi village.

Gilalagundi 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 Gilalagundi

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gilalagundi is 607298. The village spans a total geographical area of 778.95 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 577412. Sagar is nearest town to Gilalagundi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.

When it comes to local governance, Gilalagundi 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.

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Population of Gilalagundi

Below is a concise population overview of Gilalagundi as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 627 318 309
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 60 39 21
Scheduled Castes (SC) 30 14 16
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1 1 N/A
Literate Population 408 222 186
Illiterate Population 219 96 123

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gilalagundi village:

  • The total population of Gilalagundi village is around 627, including approximately 318 males and 309 females, with a sex ratio of 971 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 60 children aged 0–6 years in Gilalagundi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Gilalagundi village has 30 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Gilalagundi village is about 65.07%, with male literacy at 69.81% and female literacy at 60.19%.
  • There are around 139 households in Gilalagundi village.

Connectivity of Gilalagundi

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gilalagundi. As per the 2011 stats, Gilalagundi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

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

Nearby Villages of Gilalagundi

Knowing the nearby villages of Gilalagundi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gilalagundi.

Frequently Asked Questions about Gilalagundi

Where is Gilalagundi located?
Gilalagundi village is situated in Sagar Taluka, within the Shimoga district of Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gilalagundi?
The Gram Panchayat of Gilalagundi is Achapura (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Gilalagundi?
The pincode of Gilalagundi is 577412, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gilalagundi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gilalagundi is 627, with 318 males and 309 females.
How many households are there in Gilalagundi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gilalagundi village has a total of 139 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gilalagundi as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gilalagundi is 65.07%. The male literacy rate is 69.81%, while the female literacy rate is 60.19%.