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.

Here you can discover what makes Kesthur unique in its vibrant Dod Ballapur-Bangalore Rural region. You’ll see Kesthur’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 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.

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Population of Kesthur

According to the 2011 Census, Kesthur has a total population of about 1,028, with approximately 518 males and 510 females. The sex ratio is around 984 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 83 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 413 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 7. The overall literacy rate is approximately 68.29%, with male literacy at about 75.68% and female literacy near 60.78%. There are around 257 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kesthur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

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%.