Iragodu - Hosanagara, Shivamogga

Iragodu is a village situated in the Hosanagara taluka of Shivamogga district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 14 km from Hosanagara and around 80 km from Shimoga. Sonale serves as the Gram Panchayat for Iragodu village.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Iragodu is 607980. The village covers a total geographical area of 101.35 hectares and falls under the 577418 pincode. Hosanagara is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.

Iragodu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tirthahalli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shivamogga Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.

Population of Iragodu

According to the 2011 Census, Iragodu village had a total population of 48 people, including 21 males and 27 females, living in 15 households. The sex ratio was 1,286 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.43%, with male literacy at 72.22% and female literacy at 70.83%.

The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.

Category Total Male Female
Total Population482127
Child Population (0–6 yrs)633
Scheduled Castes (SC)000
Scheduled Tribes (ST)000
Literate Population301317
Illiterate Population18810

Nearby Villages of Iragodu

Iragodu is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:

Nearby VillageDirectionApprox. Distance (Aerial)
VaramballiWest1.07 km
KolagiSouth1.27 km
DevarasalikeNorth-West1.77 km
HiriyogiNorth-East1.85 km
AdavalliSouth-East2.19 km
MumbaruNorth2.95 km
GoragoduWest2.96 km
VasaveNorth-West3.08 km
NivaneSouth-East3.09 km
BehalliNorth-East3.14 km

Transport and Connectivity of Iragodu

Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Iragodu. The nearest railway station is Kenchanalu Halt, while the nearest airport is Mangalore International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 80.0 km.

ConnectivityStatusNearest Availability
Public Bus ServiceYesAvailable within village
Private Bus ServiceNoAvailable within <5 km
Railway StationNoAvailable within 1-2 km

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Hosanagara to Iragodu is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shimoga to Iragodu is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.

Banking and Postal Services in Iragodu

Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Iragodu village is detailed below:

Service TypeStatusNearest Availability
BankNoAvailable within 1-2 km
ATMNoAvailable within 1-2 km
Post OfficeNoAvailable within 1-2 km

Health Facilities in Iragodu

Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Iragodu village are given below:

Facility TypeStatusNearest Availability
Health Sub-Centre (HSC)NoAvailable within 1-2 km
Primary Health Centre (PHC)NoAvailable within 1-2 km
Community Health Centre (CHC)NoAvailable within 1-2 km

FAQs about Iragodu

Where is Iragodu located?

Iragodu village is located in Hosanagara Taluka, Shivamogga district, Karnataka, India.

What is the Gram Panchayat of Iragodu?

The Gram Panchayat of Iragodu is Sonale.

What is the pincode of Iragodu?

The pincode of Iragodu is 577418.

What is the population of Iragodu?

Iragodu had a total population of 48, including 21 males and 27 females.

How many households are there in Iragodu?

Iragodu had 15 households.

What is the literacy rate in Iragodu?

As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Iragodu was 71.43%. Male literacy was 72.22% and female literacy was 70.83%.