Hegde
Hegde is a village located in Kumta taluka of Uttara Kannada district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Kumta (tehsildar office) and 63km away from district headquarter Karwar. As per 2009 stats, Hegde village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Hegde unique in its vibrant Kumta-Uttara Kannada region. You’ll see Hegde’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 Hegde
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Hegde is 603452. The village spans a total geographical area of 1094.37 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 581440. Kumta is nearest town to Hegde village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 4km away.
Google Map of Hegde
Population of Hegde
According to the 2011 Census, Hegde has a total population of about 6,918, with approximately 3,467 males and 3,451 females. The sex ratio is around 995 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 594 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 924 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 74.05%, with male literacy at about 79.81% and female literacy near 68.27%. There are around 1,495 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Hegde's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 6,918 | 3,467 | 3,451 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 594 | 303 | 291 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 924 | 454 | 470 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 5,123 | 2,767 | 2,356 |
Illiterate Population | 1,795 | 700 | 1,095 |
Connectivity of Hegde
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Hegde. As per the 2011 stats, Hegde had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Hegde
Knowing the nearby villages of Hegde helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Hegde.
Frequently Asked Questions about Hegde
Where is Hegde located?
Hegde village is situated in Kumta Taluka, within the Uttara Kannada district of Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hegde?
Hegde serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Hegde?
The pincode of Hegde is 581440, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Hegde as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Hegde is 6,918, with 3,467 males and 3,451 females.
How many households are there in Hegde as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Hegde village has a total of 1,495 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hegde as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Hegde is 74.05%. The male literacy rate is 79.81%, while the female literacy rate is 68.27%.