Kepu
About Kepu
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Kepu village is 617595. Kepu village is located in Bantval taluka of Dakshina Kannada district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 28km away from sub-district headquarter Bantval (tehsildar office) and 52km away from district headquarter Mangalore. As per 2009 stats, Kepu village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 1585.41 hectares. Kepu has a total population of 6,166 peoples, out of which male population is 3,117 while female population is 3,049. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 978 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of kepu village is 80.67% out of which 84.89% males and 76.35% females are literate. There are about 1,189 houses in kepu village. Pincode of kepu village locality is 574243.
Puttur is nearest town to kepu village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
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Population of Kepu
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,166 | 3,117 | 3,049 |
| Literate Population | 4,974 | 2,646 | 2,328 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,192 | 471 | 721 |
Connectivity of Kepu
| 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 Kepu
Frequently Asked Questions about Kepu
Where is Kepu located?
Kepu village is situated in Bantval Taluka, within the Dakshina Kannada district of Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kepu?
Kepu serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Kepu?
The pincode of Kepu is 574243, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kepu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kepu is 6,166, with 3,117 males and 3,049 females.
How many households are there in Kepu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kepu village has a total of 1,189 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kepu as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kepu is 80.67%. The male literacy rate is 84.89%, while the female literacy rate is 76.35%.