Chikkankod
Chikkankod is a village located in Honavar taluka of Uttara Kannada district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Honnavar (tehsildar office) and 103km away from district headquarter Karwar. As per 2009 stats, Chikkankod village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Chikkankod unique in its vibrant Honavar-Uttara Kannada region. You’ll see Chikkankod’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 Chikkankod
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chikkankod is 603794. The village spans a total geographical area of 273.6 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 581361. Honavar is nearest town to Chikkankod village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.
Google Map of Chikkankod
Population of Chikkankod
According to the 2011 Census, Chikkankod has a total population of about 1,856, with approximately 917 males and 939 females. The sex ratio is around 1023 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 178 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 51 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 75.05%, with male literacy at about 82.55% and female literacy near 67.73%. There are around 426 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chikkankod's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,856 | 917 | 939 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 178 | 84 | 94 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 51 | 19 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,393 | 757 | 636 |
| Illiterate Population | 463 | 160 | 303 |
Connectivity of Chikkankod
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chikkankod. As per the 2011 stats, Chikkankod 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chikkankod
Knowing the nearby villages of Chikkankod helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chikkankod.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chikkankod
- Where is Chikkankod located?
- Chikkankod village is situated in Honavar Taluka, within the Uttara Kannada district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chikkankod?
- Chikkankod serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Chikkankod?
- The pincode of Chikkankod is 581361, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chikkankod as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chikkankod is 1,856, with 917 males and 939 females.
- How many households are there in Chikkankod as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chikkankod village has a total of 426 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chikkankod as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chikkankod is 75.05%. The male literacy rate is 82.55%, while the female literacy rate is 67.73%.