Shedgar - Tirthahalli, Shivamogga
Shedgar is a village situated in the Tirthahalli taluka of Shivamogga district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 28 km from Tirthahalli and around 48 km from Shimoga. Tudur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shedgar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shedgar is 608158. The village covers a total geographical area of 363.35 hectares and falls under the 577415 pincode. Tirthahalli is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Shedgar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Shedgar
According to the 2011 Census, Shedgar village had a total population of 274 people, including 139 males and 135 females, living in 65 households. The sex ratio was 971 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.79%, with male literacy at 89.43% and female literacy at 76.03%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 10, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 274 | 139 | 135 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 16 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 7 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 202 | 110 | 92 |
| Illiterate Population | 72 | 29 | 43 |
Nearby Villages of Shedgar
Shedgar 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 Shedgar
Shedgar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Tirthahalli to Shedgar is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Shimoga to Shedgar is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shedgar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shedgar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Shedgar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shedgar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shedgar
Where is Shedgar located?
Shedgar village is located in Tirthahalli Taluka, Shivamogga district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shedgar?
The Gram Panchayat of Shedgar is Tudur.
What is the pincode of Shedgar?
The pincode of Shedgar is 577415.
What is the population of Shedgar?
Shedgar had a total population of 274, including 139 males and 135 females.
How many households are there in Shedgar?
Shedgar had 65 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shedgar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shedgar was 82.79%. Male literacy was 89.43% and female literacy was 76.03%.