Koyyur - Beltangadi, Dakshina Kannada
Koyyur is a village situated in the Beltangadi taluka of Dakshina Kannada district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Beltangady and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Mangalore. Koyyuru serves as the Gram Panchayat for Koyyur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Koyyur is 617652. The village covers a total geographical area of 2366.68 hectares and falls under the 574214 pincode. Beltangady is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Koyyur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Belthangady Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dakshina Kannada Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Koyyur
As per Census 2011, Koyyur village has a total population of 5,130 people, consisting of 2,581 males and 2,549 females. The village has 1,059 households and a sex ratio of 987 females per 1,000 males. There are 580 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,797 literate and 1,333 illiterate residents. Additionally, 601 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 219 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Koyyur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,130 | 2,581 | 2,549 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 580 | 306 | 274 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 601 | 320 | 281 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 219 | 108 | 111 |
| Literate Population | 3,797 | 2,048 | 1,749 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,333 | 533 | 800 |
Nearby Villages of Koyyur
Koyyur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kaliya | West | 3.15 km |
| Nyayatarpu | South-West | 4.04 km |
| Beltangadi | North-West | 4.49 km |
| Belalu | South-East | 4.56 km |
| Ujire | North-East | 5.43 km |
| Odilnala | West | 5.50 km |
| Kaniyooru | South-West | 5.66 km |
| Laila | North | 6.86 km |
| Bandaru | South | 6.96 km |
| Kuvettu (ct) | North-West | 7.27 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Koyyur
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Koyyur. The nearest railway station is Kabakaputtur, while the nearest airport is Mangalore International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 33.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Beltangady to Koyyur is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mangalore to Koyyur is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Koyyur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Koyyur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Koyyur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Koyyur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Koyyur
Where is Koyyur located?
Koyyur village is located in Beltangadi Taluka, Dakshina Kannada district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Koyyur?
The Gram Panchayat of Koyyur is Koyyuru.
What is the pincode of Koyyur?
The pincode of Koyyur is 574214.
What is the population of Koyyur?
Koyyur has a total population of 5,130, including 2,581 males and 2,549 females.
How many households are there in Koyyur?
There are 1,059 households in Koyyur.
What is the literacy rate in Koyyur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Koyyur is 74.02%. Male literacy is 79.35% and female literacy is 68.62%.