Kunthur
About Kunthur
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Kunthur village is 608959. Kunthur village is located in Sringeri taluka of Chikmagalur district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Sringeri (tehsildar office) and 87km away from district headquarter Chikmagalur. As per 2009 stats, Menase is the gram panchayat of Kunthur village.
The total geographical area of village is 609.66 hectares. Kunthur has a total population of 854 peoples, out of which male population is 443 while female population is 411. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 927 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of kunthur village is 80.68% out of which 86.00% males and 74.94% females are literate. There are about 218 houses in kunthur village. Pincode of kunthur village locality is 577139.
When it comes to administration, Kunthur village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Kunthur village comes under Sringeri Vidhan Sabha constituency & Udupi Chikkamagaluru Lok Sabha constituency. Sringeri is nearest town to kunthur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.
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Population of Kunthur
The population details of Kunthur cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 854 | 443 | 411 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 69 | 36 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 50 | 26 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 689 | 381 | 308 |
| Illiterate Population | 165 | 62 | 103 |
Connectivity of Kunthur
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Kunthur
Where is Kunthur located?
Kunthur village is situated in Sringeri Taluka, within the Chikmagalur district of Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kunthur?
The Gram Panchayat of Kunthur is Menase (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kunthur?
The pincode of Kunthur is 577139, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kunthur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kunthur is 854, with 443 males and 411 females.
How many households are there in Kunthur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kunthur village has a total of 218 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kunthur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kunthur is 80.68%. The male literacy rate is 86.00%, while the female literacy rate is 74.94%.