Kesthur
Kesthur is a village located in Dod Ballapur taluka of Bangalore Rural district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Dod Ballapur (tehsildar office) and 46km away from district headquarter Bangalore Rural. As per 2009 stats, Kesthuru is the gram panchayat of Kesthur village.
Kesthur has its own place in the vibrant Bangalore Rural 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 Kesthur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kesthur is 625111. The village spans a total geographical area of 405.14 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 561203. Dod Ballapur is nearest town to Kesthur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
Google Map of Kesthur
Population of Kesthur
Below is a concise population overview of Kesthur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,028 | 518 | 510 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 83 | 35 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 413 | 198 | 215 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 702 | 392 | 310 |
| Illiterate Population | 326 | 126 | 200 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kesthur village:
- The total population of Kesthur village is around 1,028, including approximately 518 males and 510 females, with a sex ratio of 984 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 83 children aged 0–6 years in Kesthur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kesthur village has 413 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 7 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kesthur village is about 68.29%, with male literacy at 75.68% and female literacy at 60.78%.
- There are around 257 households in Kesthur village.
Connectivity of Kesthur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kesthur. As per the 2011 stats, Kesthur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kesthur
Knowing the nearby villages of Kesthur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kesthur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kesthur
- Where is Kesthur located?
- Kesthur village is situated in Dod Ballapur Taluka, within the Bangalore Rural district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kesthur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kesthur is Kesthuru (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kesthur?
- The pincode of Kesthur is 561203, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kesthur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kesthur is 1,028, with 518 males and 510 females.
- How many households are there in Kesthur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kesthur village has a total of 257 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kesthur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kesthur is 68.29%. The male literacy rate is 75.68%, while the female literacy rate is 60.78%.