Kerekoppa - Sorab, Shivamogga
Kerekoppa is a village situated in the Sorab taluka of Shivamogga district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 11 km from Sorab and around 112 km from Shimoga. Nisarani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kerekoppa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kerekoppa is 607472. The village covers a total geographical area of 255.21 hectares and falls under the 577429 pincode. Sorab is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Kerekoppa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sorab Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shivamogga Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kerekoppa
According to the 2011 Census, Kerekoppa village had a total population of 649 people, including 336 males and 313 females, living in 141 households. The sex ratio was 932 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.88%, with male literacy at 78.15% and female literacy at 62.91%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2.
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 Population | 649 | 336 | 313 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 34 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 409 | 236 | 173 |
| Illiterate Population | 240 | 100 | 140 |
Nearby Villages of Kerekoppa
Kerekoppa is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kerekoppa
Kerekoppa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sorab to Kerekoppa is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shimoga to Kerekoppa is about 112 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kerekoppa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kerekoppa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kerekoppa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kerekoppa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kerekoppa
Where is Kerekoppa located?
Kerekoppa village is located in Sorab Taluka, Shivamogga district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kerekoppa?
The Gram Panchayat of Kerekoppa is Nisarani.
What is the pincode of Kerekoppa?
The pincode of Kerekoppa is 577429.
What is the population of Kerekoppa?
Kerekoppa had a total population of 649, including 336 males and 313 females.
How many households are there in Kerekoppa?
Kerekoppa had 141 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kerekoppa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kerekoppa was 70.88%. Male literacy was 78.15% and female literacy was 62.91%.