Kesthur
Kesthur is a village located in Yelandur taluka of Chamarajanagar district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Yelandur (tehsildar office) and 26km away from district headquarter Chamarajanagar. As per 2009 stats, Kestur is the gram panchayat of Kesthur village.
Here you can discover what makes Kesthur unique in its vibrant Yelandur-Chamarajanagar 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 619785. The village spans a total geographical area of 1641.18 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 571441. Yelandur is nearest town to Kesthur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
Google Map of Kesthur
Population of Kesthur
According to the 2011 Census, Kesthur has a total population of about 6,805, with approximately 3,419 males and 3,386 females. The sex ratio is around 990 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 708 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 2,062 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 343. The overall literacy rate is approximately 52.14%, with male literacy at about 58.12% and female literacy near 46.10%. There are around 1,545 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.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,805 | 3,419 | 3,386 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 708 | 334 | 374 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,062 | 1,050 | 1,012 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 343 | 165 | 178 |
| Literate Population | 3,548 | 1,987 | 1,561 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,257 | 1,432 | 1,825 |
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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 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 Yelandur Taluka, within the Chamarajanagar district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kesthur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kesthur is Kestur (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 571441, 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 6,805, with 3,419 males and 3,386 females.
- How many households are there in Kesthur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kesthur village has a total of 1,545 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kesthur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kesthur is 52.14%. The male literacy rate is 58.12%, while the female literacy rate is 46.10%.