Nirgan
Nirgan is a village located in Siddapur taluka of Uttara Kannada district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 38km away from sub-district headquarter Siddapur (tehsildar office) and 118km away from district headquarter Karwar. As per 2009 stats, Nilkund is the gram panchayat of Nirgan village.
Here you can discover what makes Nirgan unique in its vibrant Siddapur-Uttara Kannada region. You’ll see Nirgan’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 Nirgan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Nirgan is 603540. The village spans a total geographical area of 603.23 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 581323. Sirsi is nearest town to Nirgan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 23km away.
Google Map of Nirgan
Population of Nirgan
According to the 2011 Census, Nirgan has a total population of about 392, with approximately 200 males and 192 females. The sex ratio is around 960 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 35 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 16 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 75.00%, with male literacy at about 80.50% and female literacy near 69.27%. There are around 87 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Nirgan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 392 | 200 | 192 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 16 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 10 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 294 | 161 | 133 |
| Illiterate Population | 98 | 39 | 59 |
Connectivity of Nirgan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Nirgan. As per the 2011 stats, Nirgan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Nirgan
Knowing the nearby villages of Nirgan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Nirgan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Nirgan
- Where is Nirgan located?
- Nirgan village is situated in Siddapur Taluka, within the Uttara Kannada district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Nirgan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Nirgan is Nilkund (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Nirgan?
- The pincode of Nirgan is 581323, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Nirgan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Nirgan is 392, with 200 males and 192 females.
- How many households are there in Nirgan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Nirgan village has a total of 87 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Nirgan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Nirgan is 75.00%. The male literacy rate is 80.50%, while the female literacy rate is 69.27%.