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.
Here you can discover what makes Heggar unique in its vibrant Honavar-Uttara Kannada region. You’ll see Heggar’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 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.
Google Map of Heggar
Population of Heggar
According to the 2011 Census, Heggar has a total population of about 191, with approximately 90 males and 101 females. The sex ratio is around 1122 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 17 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 2 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 64.92%, with male literacy at about 76.67% and female literacy near 54.46%. There are around 46 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Heggar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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.
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%.