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.
Here you can discover what makes Kerekoppa unique in its vibrant Sorab-Shimoga region. You’ll see Kerekoppa’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 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.
Google Map of Kerekoppa
Population of Kerekoppa
According to the 2011 Census, Kerekoppa has a total population of about 649, with approximately 336 males and 313 females. The sex ratio is around 931 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 72 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 2 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.02%, with male literacy at about 70.24% and female literacy near 55.27%. There are around 141 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kerekoppa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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.
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%.