Kanur

Kanur is a village located in Narasimharajapura taluka of Chikmagalur district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Narasimharajapura (tehsildar office) and 100km away from district headquarter Chikmagalur. As per 2009 stats, Kanur village is also a gram panchayat.

Kanur has its own place in the vibrant Chikmagalur 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 Kanur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kanur is 609087. The village spans a total geographical area of 1365.94 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 577127. Koppa is nearest town to Kanur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.

When it comes to local governance, Kanur 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 Sringeri 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.

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Population of Kanur

Below is a concise population overview of Kanur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,206 598 608
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 73 39 34
Scheduled Castes (SC) 171 77 94
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 19 10 9
Literate Population 955 496 459
Illiterate Population 251 102 149

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kanur village:

  • The total population of Kanur village is around 1,206, including approximately 598 males and 608 females, with a sex ratio of 1016 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 73 children aged 0–6 years in Kanur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kanur village has 171 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 19 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Kanur village is about 79.19%, with male literacy at 82.94% and female literacy at 75.49%.
  • There are around 318 households in Kanur village.

Connectivity of Kanur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kanur. As per the 2011 stats, Kanur 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 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Kanur

Knowing the nearby villages of Kanur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kanur.

Frequently Asked Questions about Kanur

Where is Kanur located?
Kanur village is situated in Narasimharajapura Taluka, within the Chikmagalur district of Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanur?
Kanur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Kanur?
The pincode of Kanur is 577127, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kanur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kanur is 1,206, with 598 males and 608 females.
How many households are there in Kanur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kanur village has a total of 318 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kanur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanur is 79.19%. The male literacy rate is 82.94%, while the female literacy rate is 75.49%.