Puthila
Puthila is a village located in Beltangadi taluka of Dakshina Kannada district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Beltangady (tehsildar office) and 56km away from district headquarter Mangalore. As per 2009 stats, Barya is the gram panchayat of Puthila village.
Here you can discover what makes Puthila unique in its vibrant Beltangadi-Dakshina Kannada region. You’ll see Puthila’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 Puthila
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Puthila is 617665. The village spans a total geographical area of 779.83 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 574326. Puttur is nearest town to Puthila village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
Google Map of Puthila
Population of Puthila
According to the 2011 Census, Puthila has a total population of about 3,102, with approximately 1,518 males and 1,584 females. The sex ratio is around 1043 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 393 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 123 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 32. The overall literacy rate is approximately 73.08%, with male literacy at about 77.67% and female literacy near 68.69%. There are around 532 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Puthila's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,102 | 1,518 | 1,584 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 393 | 216 | 177 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 123 | 48 | 75 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 32 | 12 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 2,267 | 1,179 | 1,088 |
| Illiterate Population | 835 | 339 | 496 |
Connectivity of Puthila
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Puthila. As per the 2011 stats, Puthila had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Puthila
Knowing the nearby villages of Puthila helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Puthila.
Frequently Asked Questions about Puthila
- Where is Puthila located?
- Puthila village is situated in Beltangadi Taluka, within the Dakshina Kannada district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Puthila?
- The Gram Panchayat of Puthila is Barya (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Puthila?
- The pincode of Puthila is 574326, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Puthila as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Puthila is 3,102, with 1,518 males and 1,584 females.
- How many households are there in Puthila as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Puthila village has a total of 532 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Puthila as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Puthila is 73.08%. The male literacy rate is 77.67%, while the female literacy rate is 68.69%.