Kaniya
Kaniya 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 68km away from district headquarter Shimoga. As per 2009 stats, Amatekoppa is the gram panchayat of Kaniya village.
Here you can discover what makes Kaniya unique in its vibrant Shikarpur-Shimoga region. You’ll see Kaniya’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 Kaniya
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kaniya is 607761. The village spans a total geographical area of 371.45 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 577447. Shikarpur is nearest town to Kaniya village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.
Google Map of Kaniya
Population of Kaniya
According to the 2011 Census, Kaniya has a total population of about 681, with approximately 345 males and 336 females. The sex ratio is around 973 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 103 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 18 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population includes 1 person. The overall literacy rate is approximately 61.23%, with male literacy at about 66.09% and female literacy near 56.25%. There are around 146 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kaniya's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 681 | 345 | 336 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 103 | 46 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 8 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 417 | 228 | 189 |
| Illiterate Population | 264 | 117 | 147 |
Connectivity of Kaniya
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kaniya. As per the 2011 stats, Kaniya 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 <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kaniya
Knowing the nearby villages of Kaniya helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kaniya.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kaniya
- Where is Kaniya located?
- Kaniya village is situated in Shikarpur Taluka, within the Shimoga district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kaniya?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kaniya is Amatekoppa (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kaniya?
- The pincode of Kaniya is 577447, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kaniya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kaniya is 681, with 345 males and 336 females.
- How many households are there in Kaniya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kaniya village has a total of 146 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kaniya as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kaniya is 61.23%. The male literacy rate is 66.09%, while the female literacy rate is 56.25%.