Hirgana

Hirgana is a village located in Karkal taluka of Udupi district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Karkala (tehsildar office) and 34km away from district headquarter Udupi. As per 2009 stats, Hirgana village is also a gram panchayat.

Hirgana has its own place in the vibrant Udupi 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 Hirgana

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Hirgana is 608881. The village spans a total geographical area of 2353.15 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 576117. Karkal is nearest town to Hirgana village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.

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Population of Hirgana

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 5,019 2,325 2,694
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 415 218 197
Scheduled Castes (SC) 275 135 140
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 293 146 147
Literate Population 3,961 1,920 2,041
Illiterate Population 1,058 405 653

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

  • The total population of Hirgana village is around 5,019, including approximately 2,325 males and 2,694 females, with a sex ratio of 1158 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 415 children aged 0–6 years in Hirgana village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Hirgana village has 275 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 293 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Hirgana village is about 78.92%, with male literacy at 82.58% and female literacy at 75.76%.
  • There are around 1,128 households in Hirgana village.

Connectivity of Hirgana

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Hirgana

Where is Hirgana located?
Hirgana village is situated in Karkal Taluka, within the Udupi district of Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hirgana?
Hirgana serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Hirgana?
The pincode of Hirgana is 576117, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Hirgana as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Hirgana is 5,019, with 2,325 males and 2,694 females.
How many households are there in Hirgana as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Hirgana village has a total of 1,128 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hirgana as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Hirgana is 78.92%. The male literacy rate is 82.58%, while the female literacy rate is 75.76%.