Gerukoppa

Gerukoppa is a village located in Sorab taluka of Shimoga district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Sorab (tehsildar office) and 88km away from district headquarter Shimoga. As per 2009 stats, Bilavalni is the gram panchayat of Gerukoppa village.

Gerukoppa 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 Gerukoppa

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gerukoppa is 607585. The village spans a total geographical area of 155.43 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 577428. Sorab is nearest town to Gerukoppa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.

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Population of Gerukoppa

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 260 129 131
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 34 12 22
Scheduled Castes (SC) 29 13 16
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 191 104 87
Illiterate Population 69 25 44

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

  • The total population of Gerukoppa village is around 260, including approximately 129 males and 131 females, with a sex ratio of 1015 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 34 children aged 0–6 years in Gerukoppa village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Gerukoppa village has 29 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Gerukoppa village is about 73.46%, with male literacy at 80.62% and female literacy at 66.41%.
  • There are around 49 households in Gerukoppa village.

Connectivity of Gerukoppa

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gerukoppa. As per the 2011 stats, Gerukoppa 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 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Gerukoppa

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

Haruru Kaspadikoppa Yalavalli Bedavatti Kumsi Boppagondanakoppa Biluvani Suthukote Chatradahalli Kolgunisi Arekoppa

Frequently Asked Questions about Gerukoppa

Where is Gerukoppa located?
Gerukoppa village is situated in Sorab Taluka, within the Shimoga district of Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gerukoppa?
The Gram Panchayat of Gerukoppa is Bilavalni (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Gerukoppa?
The pincode of Gerukoppa is 577428, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gerukoppa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gerukoppa is 260, with 129 males and 131 females.
How many households are there in Gerukoppa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gerukoppa village has a total of 49 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gerukoppa as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gerukoppa is 73.46%. The male literacy rate is 80.62%, while the female literacy rate is 66.41%.