Valagere

Valagere is a village located in Sagar taluka of Shimoga district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 42km away from sub-district headquarter Sagar (tehsildar office) and 113km away from district headquarter Shimoga. As per 2009 stats, Tumari is the gram panchayat of Valagere village.

Here you can discover what makes Valagere unique in its vibrant Sagar-Shimoga region. You’ll see Valagere’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Valagere

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Valagere is 607345. The village spans a total geographical area of 2675.46 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 577401. Sagar is nearest town to Valagere village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 42km away.

When it comes to local governance, Valagere 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 Valagere

According to the 2011 Census, Valagere has a total population of about 568, with approximately 294 males and 274 females. The sex ratio is around 931 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 55 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 28 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 70. The overall literacy rate is approximately 72.71%, with male literacy at about 76.87% and female literacy near 68.25%. There are around 136 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Valagere's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 568 294 274
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 55 31 24
Scheduled Castes (SC) 28 15 13
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 70 38 32
Literate Population 413 226 187
Illiterate Population 155 68 87

Connectivity of Valagere

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

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Valagere

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Valagere

Where is Valagere located?
Valagere village is situated in Sagar Taluka, within the Shimoga district of Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Valagere?
The Gram Panchayat of Valagere is Tumari (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Valagere?
The pincode of Valagere is 577401, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Valagere as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Valagere is 568, with 294 males and 274 females.
How many households are there in Valagere as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Valagere village has a total of 136 households.
What is the literacy rate in Valagere as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Valagere is 72.71%. The male literacy rate is 76.87%, while the female literacy rate is 68.25%.