Churchugundi
Churchugundi is a village located in Shikarpur taluka of Shimoga district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 11km away from sub-district headquarter Shikarpur (tehsildar office) and 42km away from district headquarter Shimoga. As per 2009 stats, Churchugundi village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Churchugundi unique in its vibrant Shikarpur-Shimoga region. You’ll see Churchugundi’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 Churchugundi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Churchugundi is 607832. The village spans a total geographical area of 865.33 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 577214. Shikarpur is nearest town to Churchugundi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.
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Population of Churchugundi
According to the 2011 Census, Churchugundi has a total population of about 2,067, with approximately 1,028 males and 1,039 females. The sex ratio is around 1010 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 182 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 429 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 45. The overall literacy rate is approximately 64.49%, with male literacy at about 70.04% and female literacy near 59.00%. There are around 485 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Churchugundi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,067 | 1,028 | 1,039 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 182 | 98 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 429 | 222 | 207 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 45 | 18 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 1,333 | 720 | 613 |
| Illiterate Population | 734 | 308 | 426 |
Connectivity of Churchugundi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Churchugundi. As per the 2011 stats, Churchugundi 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 Churchugundi
Knowing the nearby villages of Churchugundi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Churchugundi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Churchugundi
- Where is Churchugundi located?
- Churchugundi village is situated in Shikarpur Taluka, within the Shimoga district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Churchugundi?
- Churchugundi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Churchugundi?
- The pincode of Churchugundi is 577214, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Churchugundi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Churchugundi is 2,067, with 1,028 males and 1,039 females.
- How many households are there in Churchugundi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Churchugundi village has a total of 485 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Churchugundi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Churchugundi is 64.49%. The male literacy rate is 70.04%, while the female literacy rate is 59.00%.