Khandaka
Khandaka is a village located in Tirthahalli taluka of Shimoga district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Tirthahalli (tehsildar office) and 65km away from district headquarter Shimoga. As per 2009 stats, Nonaburu is the gram panchayat of Khandaka village.
Khandaka 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 Khandaka
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Khandaka is 608095. The village spans a total geographical area of 436.31 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 577414. Tirthahalli is nearest town to Khandaka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.
Google Map of Khandaka
Population of Khandaka
Below is a concise population overview of Khandaka 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 | 418 | 205 | 213 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 15 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 69 | 26 | 43 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 15 | 7 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 322 | 172 | 150 |
| Illiterate Population | 96 | 33 | 63 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Khandaka village:
- The total population of Khandaka village is around 418, including approximately 205 males and 213 females, with a sex ratio of 1039 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 33 children aged 0–6 years in Khandaka village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Khandaka village has 69 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 15 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Khandaka village is about 77.03%, with male literacy at 83.90% and female literacy at 70.42%.
- There are around 103 households in Khandaka village.
Connectivity of Khandaka
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Khandaka. As per the 2011 stats, Khandaka had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Khandaka
Knowing the nearby villages of Khandaka helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Khandaka.
Frequently Asked Questions about Khandaka
- Where is Khandaka located?
- Khandaka village is situated in Tirthahalli Taluka, within the Shimoga district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Khandaka?
- The Gram Panchayat of Khandaka is Nonaburu (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Khandaka?
- The pincode of Khandaka is 577414, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Khandaka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Khandaka is 418, with 205 males and 213 females.
- How many households are there in Khandaka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Khandaka village has a total of 103 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Khandaka as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Khandaka is 77.03%. The male literacy rate is 83.90%, while the female literacy rate is 70.42%.