Kerekoppa

Kerekoppa is a village located in Sorab taluka of Shimoga district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 11km away from sub-district headquarter Sorab (tehsildar office) and 112km away from district headquarter Shimoga. As per 2009 stats, Nisarani 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 607472. The village spans a total geographical area of 255.21 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 577417. Sorab is nearest town to Kerekoppa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.

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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.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 649 336 313
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 72 34 38
Scheduled Castes (SC) 2 1 1
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 409 236 173
Illiterate Population 240 100 140

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

  • The total population of Kerekoppa village is around 649, including approximately 336 males and 313 females, with a sex ratio of 931 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 72 children aged 0–6 years in Kerekoppa village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kerekoppa village has 2 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Kerekoppa village is about 63.02%, with male literacy at 70.24% and female literacy at 55.27%.
  • There are around 141 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 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.

Kathuru Gendla Nittakki Bommanahalli Uyiguddekoppa Sarekoppa Bilavagodu Bendekoppa Thavanandi Dodderikoppa Thotlagondanakoppa

Frequently Asked Questions about Kerekoppa

Where is Kerekoppa located?
Kerekoppa village is situated in Sorab Taluka, within the Shimoga district of Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kerekoppa?
The Gram Panchayat of Kerekoppa is Nisarani (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 649, with 336 males and 313 females.
How many households are there in Kerekoppa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kerekoppa village has a total of 141 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kerekoppa as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kerekoppa is 63.02%. The male literacy rate is 70.24%, while the female literacy rate is 55.27%.