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.
Here you can discover what makes Shigga unique in its vibrant Sorab-Shimoga region. You’ll see Shigga’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 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
According to the 2011 Census, Shigga has a total population of about 1,559, with approximately 778 males and 781 females. The sex ratio is around 1003 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 122 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 70 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 6. The overall literacy rate is approximately 76.27%, with male literacy at about 83.42% and female literacy near 69.14%. There are around 393 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shigga's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.