Shigga
Shigga is a village located in Sorab taluka of Shimoga district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Sorab (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Shimoga. As per 2009 stats, Shigga village is also a gram panchayat.
Shigga 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 Shigga
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shigga is 607659. The village spans a total geographical area of 912.16 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 577434. Sorab is nearest town to Shigga village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
Google Map of Shigga
Population of Shigga
Below is a concise population overview of Shigga as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,559 | 778 | 781 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 122 | 62 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 70 | 36 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,189 | 649 | 540 |
| Illiterate Population | 370 | 129 | 241 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Shigga village:
- The total population of Shigga village is around 1,559, including approximately 778 males and 781 females, with a sex ratio of 1003 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 122 children aged 0–6 years in Shigga village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Shigga village has 70 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 6 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Shigga village is about 76.27%, with male literacy at 83.42% and female literacy at 69.14%.
- There are around 393 households in Shigga village.
Connectivity of Shigga
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shigga. As per the 2011 stats, Shigga 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 Shigga
Knowing the nearby villages of Shigga helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shigga.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shigga
- Where is Shigga located?
- Shigga village is situated in Sorab Taluka, within the Shimoga district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shigga?
- Shigga serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Shigga?
- The pincode of Shigga is 577434, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shigga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shigga is 1,559, with 778 males and 781 females.
- How many households are there in Shigga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shigga village has a total of 393 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shigga as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shigga is 76.27%. The male literacy rate is 83.42%, while the female literacy rate is 69.14%.