Kothur - Gauribidanur, Chikkaballapura
Kothur is a village situated in the Gauribidanur taluka of Chikkaballapura district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gauribidanur and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Chikkaballapur. G. Kothur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kothur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kothur is 623286. The village covers a total geographical area of 909.93 hectares and falls under the 561213 pincode. Gudibanda is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Kothur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gauribidanur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chikkballapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kothur
As per Census 2011, Kothur village has a total population of 2,508 people, consisting of 1,267 males and 1,241 females. The village has 622 households and a sex ratio of 979 females per 1,000 males. There are 231 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,367 literate and 1,141 illiterate residents. Additionally, 971 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 149 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kothur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,508 | 1,267 | 1,241 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 231 | 114 | 117 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 971 | 482 | 489 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 149 | 79 | 70 |
| Literate Population | 1,367 | 781 | 586 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,141 | 486 | 655 |
Nearby Villages of Kothur
Kothur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kothur
Kothur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gudibanda to Kothur is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chikkaballapur to Kothur is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kothur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kothur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kothur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kothur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kothur
Where is Kothur located?
Kothur village is located in Gauribidanur Taluka, Chikkaballapura district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kothur?
The Gram Panchayat of Kothur is G. Kothur.
What is the pincode of Kothur?
The pincode of Kothur is 561213.
What is the population of Kothur?
Kothur has a total population of 2,508, including 1,267 males and 1,241 females.
How many households are there in Kothur?
There are 622 households in Kothur.
What is the literacy rate in Kothur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kothur is 54.51%. Male literacy is 61.64% and female literacy is 47.22%.