Kepu
Kepu is a village 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.
Here you can discover what makes Kepu unique in its vibrant Bantval-Dakshina Kannada region. You’ll see Kepu’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 Kepu
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kepu is 617595. The village spans a total geographical area of 1585.41 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 574243. Puttur is nearest town to Kepu village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
Google Map of Kepu
Population of Kepu
According to the 2011 Census, Kepu has a total population of about 6,166, with approximately 3,117 males and 3,049 females. The sex ratio is around 978 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 600 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 393 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,499. The overall literacy rate is approximately 80.67%, with male literacy at about 84.89% and female literacy near 76.35%. There are around 1,189 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kepu's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,166 | 3,117 | 3,049 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 600 | 294 | 306 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 393 | 212 | 181 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,499 | 759 | 740 |
| Literate Population | 4,974 | 2,646 | 2,328 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,192 | 471 | 721 |
Connectivity of Kepu
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kepu. As per the 2011 stats, Kepu 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 Kepu
Knowing the nearby villages of Kepu helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around 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%.