Kerekoppa
Kerekoppa is a village located in Sagar taluka of Shimoga district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Sagar (tehsildar office) and 80km away from district headquarter Shimoga. As per 2009 stats, Bhimanakone is the gram panchayat of Kerekoppa village.
Kerekoppa 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 Kerekoppa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kerekoppa is 607234. The village spans a total geographical area of 527.47 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 577417. Sagar is nearest town to Kerekoppa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kerekoppa 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 Kerekoppa
Below is a concise population overview of Kerekoppa 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 | 881 | 426 | 455 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 30 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 51 | 18 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 707 | 369 | 338 |
| Illiterate Population | 174 | 57 | 117 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kerekoppa village:
- The total population of Kerekoppa village is around 881, including approximately 426 males and 455 females, with a sex ratio of 1068 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 59 children aged 0–6 years in Kerekoppa village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kerekoppa village has 51 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 2 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kerekoppa village is about 80.25%, with male literacy at 86.62% and female literacy at 74.29%.
- There are around 216 households in Kerekoppa village.
Connectivity of Kerekoppa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kerekoppa. As per the 2011 stats, Kerekoppa 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 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kerekoppa
Knowing the nearby villages of Kerekoppa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kerekoppa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kerekoppa
- Where is Kerekoppa located?
- Kerekoppa village is situated in Sagar Taluka, within the Shimoga district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kerekoppa?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kerekoppa is Bhimanakone (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kerekoppa?
- The pincode of Kerekoppa is 577417, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kerekoppa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kerekoppa is 881, with 426 males and 455 females.
- How many households are there in Kerekoppa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kerekoppa village has a total of 216 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kerekoppa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kerekoppa is 80.25%. The male literacy rate is 86.62%, while the female literacy rate is 74.29%.