Kedila
Kedila is a village located in Bantval taluka of Dakshina Kannada district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Bantval (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Mangalore. As per 2009 stats, Kedila village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kedila unique in its vibrant Bantval-Dakshina Kannada region. You’ll see Kedila’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 Kedila
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kedila is 617583. The village spans a total geographical area of 929.32 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 574220. Puttur is nearest town to Kedila village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Kedila
Population of Kedila
According to the 2011 Census, Kedila has a total population of about 5,577, with approximately 2,754 males and 2,823 females. The sex ratio is around 1025 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 656 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 307 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 184. The overall literacy rate is approximately 73.73%, with male literacy at about 80.07% and female literacy near 67.55%. There are around 1,003 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kedila's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,577 | 2,754 | 2,823 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 656 | 330 | 326 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 307 | 154 | 153 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 184 | 91 | 93 |
| Literate Population | 4,112 | 2,205 | 1,907 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,465 | 549 | 916 |
Connectivity of Kedila
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kedila. As per the 2011 stats, Kedila 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 <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kedila
Knowing the nearby villages of Kedila helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kedila.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kedila
- Where is Kedila located?
- Kedila village is situated in Bantval Taluka, within the Dakshina Kannada district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kedila?
- Kedila serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kedila?
- The pincode of Kedila is 574220, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kedila as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kedila is 5,577, with 2,754 males and 2,823 females.
- How many households are there in Kedila as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kedila village has a total of 1,003 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kedila as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kedila is 73.73%. The male literacy rate is 80.07%, while the female literacy rate is 67.55%.