Varanga
Varanga is a village located in Karkal taluka of Udupi district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 24km away from sub-district headquarter Karkala (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Udupi. As per 2009 stats, Varanga village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Varanga unique in its vibrant Karkal-Udupi region. You’ll see Varanga’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Varanga
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Varanga is 608874. The village spans a total geographical area of 1995.72 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 574108. Karkal is nearest town to Varanga village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 24km away.
Google Map of Varanga
Population of Varanga
According to the 2011 Census, Varanga has a total population of about 4,011, with approximately 1,892 males and 2,119 females. The sex ratio is around 1119 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 332 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 262 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 398. The overall literacy rate is approximately 74.99%, with male literacy at about 79.39% and female literacy near 71.07%. There are around 812 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Varanga's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,011 | 1,892 | 2,119 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 332 | 172 | 160 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 262 | 126 | 136 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 398 | 203 | 195 |
| Literate Population | 3,008 | 1,502 | 1,506 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,003 | 390 | 613 |
Connectivity of Varanga
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Varanga. As per the 2011 stats, Varanga 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 Varanga
Knowing the nearby villages of Varanga helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Varanga.
Frequently Asked Questions about Varanga
- Where is Varanga located?
- Varanga village is situated in Karkal Taluka, within the Udupi district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Varanga?
- Varanga serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Varanga?
- The pincode of Varanga is 574108, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Varanga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Varanga is 4,011, with 1,892 males and 2,119 females.
- How many households are there in Varanga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Varanga village has a total of 812 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Varanga as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Varanga is 74.99%. The male literacy rate is 79.39%, while the female literacy rate is 71.07%.