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.
Varanga 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 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
Below is a concise population overview of Varanga as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Varanga village:
- The total population of Varanga village is around 4,011, including approximately 1,892 males and 2,119 females, with a sex ratio of 1119 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 332 children aged 0–6 years in Varanga village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Varanga village has 262 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 398 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Varanga village is about 74.99%, with male literacy at 79.39% and female literacy at 71.07%.
- There are around 812 households in Varanga village.
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%.