Kuthluru - Beltangadi, Dakshina Kannada
Kuthluru is a village situated in the Beltangadi taluka of Dakshina Kannada district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Beltangady and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Mangalore. Naravi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kuthluru village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kuthluru is 617608. The village covers a total geographical area of 2656.34 hectares and falls under the 574109 pincode. Mudigere is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Kuthluru 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 Kuthluru
As per Census 2011, Kuthluru village has a total population of 1,859 people, consisting of 896 males and 963 females. The village has 378 households and a sex ratio of 1,074 females per 1,000 males. There are 162 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,389 literate and 470 illiterate residents. Additionally, 162 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 306 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kuthluru are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,859 | 896 | 963 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 162 | 82 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 162 | 80 | 82 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 306 | 144 | 162 |
| Literate Population | 1,389 | 713 | 676 |
| Illiterate Population | 470 | 183 | 287 |
Nearby Villages of Kuthluru
Kuthluru 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Naravi | North-West | 3.31 km |
| Sulkeri | South | 3.40 km |
| Sulkerimogru | South-East | 3.46 km |
| Navara | South | 4.62 km |
| Eedu | North-West | 5.40 km |
| Kokradi | South | 5.46 km |
| Savya | South-West | 6.13 km |
| Shirlalu | South-East | 6.16 km |
| Kudyadi | South | 6.30 km |
| Pilya | South | 6.92 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kuthluru
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Kuthluru. The nearest railway station is Bantawala, while the nearest airport is Mangalore International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 28.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Mudigere to Kuthluru is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mangalore to Kuthluru is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kuthluru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kuthluru village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kuthluru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kuthluru 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kuthluru
Where is Kuthluru located?
Kuthluru village is located in Beltangadi Taluka, Dakshina Kannada district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kuthluru?
The Gram Panchayat of Kuthluru is Naravi.
What is the pincode of Kuthluru?
The pincode of Kuthluru is 574109.
What is the population of Kuthluru?
Kuthluru has a total population of 1,859, including 896 males and 963 females.
How many households are there in Kuthluru?
There are 378 households in Kuthluru.
What is the literacy rate in Kuthluru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kuthluru is 74.72%. Male literacy is 79.58% and female literacy is 70.20%.