Kegdal
Kegdal is a village located in Haliyal taluka of Uttara Kannada district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 31km away from sub-district headquarter Haliyal (tehsildar office) and 165km away from district headquarter Karwar. As per 2009 stats, Bhagvati is the gram panchayat of Kegdal village.
Here you can discover what makes Kegdal unique in its vibrant Haliyal-Uttara Kannada region. You’ll see Kegdal’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 Kegdal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kegdal is 602795. The village spans a total geographical area of 727.49 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 581363. Dandeli is nearest town to Kegdal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.
Google Map of Kegdal
Population of Kegdal
According to the 2011 Census, Kegdal has a total population of about 396, with approximately 209 males and 187 females. The sex ratio is around 894 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 48 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There is 1 member of the Scheduled Castes (SC) community, an important social group here. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 197. The overall literacy rate is approximately 66.41%, with male literacy at about 76.08% and female literacy near 55.61%. There are around 81 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kegdal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 396 | 209 | 187 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 20 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | N/A | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 197 | 100 | 97 |
| Literate Population | 263 | 159 | 104 |
| Illiterate Population | 133 | 50 | 83 |
Connectivity of Kegdal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kegdal. As per the 2011 stats, Kegdal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kegdal
Knowing the nearby villages of Kegdal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kegdal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kegdal
- Where is Kegdal located?
- Kegdal village is situated in Haliyal Taluka, within the Uttara Kannada district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kegdal?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kegdal is Bhagvati (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kegdal?
- The pincode of Kegdal is 581363, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kegdal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kegdal is 396, with 209 males and 187 females.
- How many households are there in Kegdal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kegdal village has a total of 81 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kegdal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kegdal is 66.41%. The male literacy rate is 76.08%, while the female literacy rate is 55.61%.