Thekkaru - Beltangadi, Dakshina Kannada
Thekkaru 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 56 km from the district headquarters in Mangalore. Thekkaru village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thekkaru is 617666. The village covers a total geographical area of 656.68 hectares and falls under the 574241 pincode. Puttur is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Thekkaru 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 Thekkaru
As per Census 2011, Thekkaru village has a total population of 3,235 people, consisting of 1,566 males and 1,669 females. The village has 508 households and a sex ratio of 1,065 females per 1,000 males. There are 497 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,305 literate and 930 illiterate residents. Additionally, 36 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 55 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Thekkaru are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,235 | 1,566 | 1,669 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 497 | 256 | 241 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 36 | 18 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 55 | 28 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 2,305 | 1,199 | 1,106 |
| Illiterate Population | 930 | 367 | 563 |
Nearby Villages of Thekkaru
Thekkaru 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kadeshwalya | South-West | 2.60 km |
| Uli | North | 2.84 km |
| Biliyur | South-East | 3.22 km |
| Barya | East | 3.32 km |
| Perne | South | 4.02 km |
| Puthila | North-East | 4.11 km |
| Maninalkur | North-West | 4.35 km |
| Tenkakajekar | North | 5.22 km |
| Kedila | South-West | 5.23 km |
| Peraje | South-West | 5.57 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Thekkaru
Thekkaru is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Neralakatte Halt, while the nearest airport is Mangalore International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 25.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Puttur to Thekkaru is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mangalore to Thekkaru is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thekkaru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thekkaru village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Thekkaru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thekkaru village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Thekkaru
Where is Thekkaru located?
Thekkaru village is located in Beltangadi Taluka, Dakshina Kannada district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thekkaru?
Thekkaru is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Thekkaru?
The pincode of Thekkaru is 574241.
What is the population of Thekkaru?
Thekkaru has a total population of 3,235, including 1,566 males and 1,669 females.
How many households are there in Thekkaru?
There are 508 households in Thekkaru.
What is the literacy rate in Thekkaru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thekkaru is 71.25%. Male literacy is 76.56% and female literacy is 66.27%.