Nalkuru
Nalkuru is a village located in Beltangadi taluka of Dakshina Kannada district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Beltangady (tehsildar office) and 68km away from district headquarter Mangalore. As per 2009 stats, Balanja is the gram panchayat of Nalkuru village.
Here you can discover what makes Nalkuru unique in its vibrant Beltangadi-Dakshina Kannada region. You’ll see Nalkuru’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 Nalkuru
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Nalkuru is 617632. The village spans a total geographical area of 915.55 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 574217. Beltangady is nearest town to Nalkuru village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
Google Map of Nalkuru
Population of Nalkuru
According to the 2011 Census, Nalkuru has a total population of about 1,344, with approximately 688 males and 656 females. The sex ratio is around 953 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 119 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 156 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 10. The overall literacy rate is approximately 74.93%, with male literacy at about 78.49% and female literacy near 71.19%. There are around 305 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Nalkuru's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,344 | 688 | 656 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 119 | 70 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 156 | 80 | 76 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 1,007 | 540 | 467 |
| Illiterate Population | 337 | 148 | 189 |
Connectivity of Nalkuru
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Nalkuru. As per the 2011 stats, Nalkuru had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Nalkuru
Knowing the nearby villages of Nalkuru helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Nalkuru.
Frequently Asked Questions about Nalkuru
- Where is Nalkuru located?
- Nalkuru village is situated in Beltangadi Taluka, within the Dakshina Kannada district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Nalkuru?
- The Gram Panchayat of Nalkuru is Balanja (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Nalkuru?
- The pincode of Nalkuru is 574217, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Nalkuru as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Nalkuru is 1,344, with 688 males and 656 females.
- How many households are there in Nalkuru as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Nalkuru village has a total of 305 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Nalkuru as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Nalkuru is 74.93%. The male literacy rate is 78.49%, while the female literacy rate is 71.19%.