Devanur
Devanur is a village located in Kadur taluka of Chikmagalur district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Kadur (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Chikmagalur. As per 2009 stats, Devanur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Devanur unique in its vibrant Kadur-Chikmagalur region. You’ll see Devanur’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 Devanur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Devanur is 609636. The village spans a total geographical area of 681.94 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 577175. Kadur is nearest town to Devanur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.
When it comes to local governance, Devanur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Chikkamagaluru Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Udupi Chikkamagaluru Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Devanur
Population of Devanur
According to the 2011 Census, Devanur has a total population of about 2,359, with approximately 1,144 males and 1,215 females. The sex ratio is around 1062 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 163 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 285 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 9. The overall literacy rate is approximately 75.24%, with male literacy at about 82.95% and female literacy near 67.98%. There are around 560 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Devanur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 2,359 | 1,144 | 1,215 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 163 | 73 | 90 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 285 | 117 | 168 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 3 | 6 |
Literate Population | 1,775 | 949 | 826 |
Illiterate Population | 584 | 195 | 389 |
Connectivity of Devanur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Devanur. As per the 2011 stats, Devanur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Devanur
Knowing the nearby villages of Devanur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Devanur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Devanur
- Where is Devanur located?
- Devanur village is situated in Kadur Taluka, within the Chikmagalur district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Devanur?
- Devanur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Devanur?
- The pincode of Devanur is 577175, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Devanur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Devanur is 2,359, with 1,144 males and 1,215 females.
- How many households are there in Devanur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Devanur village has a total of 560 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Devanur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Devanur is 75.24%. The male literacy rate is 82.95%, while the female literacy rate is 67.98%.