Karkunje
Karkunje is a village located in Kundapura taluka of Udupi district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Kundapura (tehsildar office) and 52km away from district headquarter Udupi. As per 2009 stats, Karkunje village is also a gram panchayat.
Karkunje 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 Karkunje
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karkunje is 608704. The village spans a total geographical area of 1843.14 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 576283. Kundapur is nearest town to Karkunje village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
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Population of Karkunje
Below is a concise population overview of Karkunje 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 | 4,361 | 2,129 | 2,232 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 431 | 238 | 193 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 106 | 54 | 52 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 57 | 28 | 29 |
| Literate Population | 3,145 | 1,640 | 1,505 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,216 | 489 | 727 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Karkunje village:
- The total population of Karkunje village is around 4,361, including approximately 2,129 males and 2,232 females, with a sex ratio of 1048 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 431 children aged 0–6 years in Karkunje village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Karkunje village has 106 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 57 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Karkunje village is about 72.12%, with male literacy at 77.03% and female literacy at 67.43%.
- There are around 841 households in Karkunje village.
Connectivity of Karkunje
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Karkunje. As per the 2011 stats, Karkunje 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 Karkunje
Knowing the nearby villages of Karkunje helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Karkunje.
Frequently Asked Questions about Karkunje
- Where is Karkunje located?
- Karkunje village is situated in Kundapura Taluka, within the Udupi district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Karkunje?
- Karkunje serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Karkunje?
- The pincode of Karkunje is 576283, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Karkunje as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karkunje is 4,361, with 2,129 males and 2,232 females.
- How many households are there in Karkunje as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Karkunje village has a total of 841 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Karkunje as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karkunje is 72.12%. The male literacy rate is 77.03%, while the female literacy rate is 67.43%.