Heggar

Heggar is a village located in Honavar taluka of Uttara Kannada district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 21km away from sub-district headquarter Honnavar (tehsildar office) and 122km away from district headquarter Karwar. As per 2009 stats, Balkoor is the gram panchayat of Heggar village.

Heggar has its own place in the vibrant Uttara Kannada 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 Heggar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Heggar is 603755. The village spans a total geographical area of 33.33 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 581423. Honavar is nearest town to Heggar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 21km away.

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Population of Heggar

Below is a concise population overview of Heggar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 191 90 101
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 17 6 11
Scheduled Castes (SC) 2 2 N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 124 69 55
Illiterate Population 67 21 46

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Heggar village:

  • The total population of Heggar village is around 191, including approximately 90 males and 101 females, with a sex ratio of 1122 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 17 children aged 0–6 years in Heggar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Heggar village has 2 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Heggar village is about 64.92%, with male literacy at 76.67% and female literacy at 54.46%.
  • There are around 46 households in Heggar village.

Connectivity of Heggar

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Heggar. As per the 2011 stats, Heggar 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 Heggar

Knowing the nearby villages of Heggar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Heggar.

Malkod Gunavante Kelgin Idgunji Melin Idgunji Balkur Kelgin Mannige Talgod Manki Gudemakki Dabbod Melin Mannige

Frequently Asked Questions about Heggar

Where is Heggar located?
Heggar village is situated in Honavar Taluka, within the Uttara Kannada district of Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Heggar?
The Gram Panchayat of Heggar is Balkoor (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Heggar?
The pincode of Heggar is 581423, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Heggar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Heggar is 191, with 90 males and 101 females.
How many households are there in Heggar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Heggar village has a total of 46 households.
What is the literacy rate in Heggar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Heggar is 64.92%. The male literacy rate is 76.67%, while the female literacy rate is 54.46%.