Araga

Araga is a village located in Tirthahalli taluka of Shimoga district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Tirthahalli (tehsildar office) and 69km away from district headquarter Shimoga. As per 2009 stats, Araga village is also a gram panchayat.

Araga 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 Araga

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Araga is 608189. The village spans a total geographical area of 215.53 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 577414. Tirthahalli is nearest town to Araga village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 9km away.

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Population of Araga

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 859 435 424
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 61 29 32
Scheduled Castes (SC) 269 139 130
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 662 363 299
Illiterate Population 197 72 125

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

  • The total population of Araga village is around 859, including approximately 435 males and 424 females, with a sex ratio of 974 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 61 children aged 0–6 years in Araga village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Araga village has 269 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Araga village is about 77.07%, with male literacy at 83.45% and female literacy at 70.52%.
  • There are around 236 households in Araga village.

Connectivity of Araga

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Araga. As per the 2011 stats, Araga 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 Araga

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Araga

Where is Araga located?
Araga village is situated in Tirthahalli Taluka, within the Shimoga district of Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Araga?
Araga serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Araga?
The pincode of Araga is 577414, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Araga as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Araga is 859, with 435 males and 424 females.
How many households are there in Araga as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Araga village has a total of 236 households.
What is the literacy rate in Araga as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Araga is 77.07%. The male literacy rate is 83.45%, while the female literacy rate is 70.52%.