Irvathur - Bantval, Dakshina Kannada
Irvathur is a village situated in the Bantval taluka of Dakshina Kannada district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bantval and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Mangalore. Irvathur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Irvathur is 617544. The village covers a total geographical area of 464.03 hectares and falls under the 574233 pincode. Bantval is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Irvathur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bantval Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dakshina Kannada Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Irvathur
As per Census 2011, Irvathur village has a total population of 1,981 people, consisting of 961 males and 1,020 females. The village has 390 households and a sex ratio of 1,061 females per 1,000 males. There are 208 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,503 literate and 478 illiterate residents. Additionally, 313 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 58 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Irvathur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,981 | 961 | 1,020 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 208 | 100 | 108 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 313 | 148 | 165 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 58 | 27 | 31 |
| Literate Population | 1,503 | 783 | 720 |
| Illiterate Population | 478 | 178 | 300 |
Nearby Villages of Irvathur
Irvathur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Moodapadukodi | South | 2.10 km |
| Pilathabettu | East | 2.29 km |
| Kudambettu | South-West | 2.82 km |
| Ajjibettu | North-West | 2.90 km |
| Bajire | North | 3.20 km |
| Kukkedi | North-East | 4.35 km |
| Pilimogru | West | 4.73 km |
| Kadabettu | South-West | 5.03 km |
| Kukkala | South-East | 5.04 km |
| Chennaithodi | West | 5.05 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Irvathur
Irvathur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bantawala, while the nearest airport is Mangalore International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 20.0 km.
| 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 Bantval to Irvathur is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mangalore to Irvathur is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Irvathur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Irvathur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Irvathur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Irvathur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Irvathur
Where is Irvathur located?
Irvathur village is located in Bantval Taluka, Dakshina Kannada district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Irvathur?
Irvathur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Irvathur?
The pincode of Irvathur is 574233.
What is the population of Irvathur?
Irvathur has a total population of 1,981, including 961 males and 1,020 females.
How many households are there in Irvathur?
There are 390 households in Irvathur.
What is the literacy rate in Irvathur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Irvathur is 75.87%. Male literacy is 81.48% and female literacy is 70.59%.