Thenkakaranduru - Beltangadi, Dakshina Kannada
Thenkakaranduru is a village situated in the Beltangadi taluka of Dakshina Kannada district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Beltangady and around 59 km from the district headquarters in Mangalore. Balanja serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thenkakaranduru village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thenkakaranduru is 617634. The village covers a total geographical area of 719.01 hectares and falls under the 574217 pincode. Beltangady is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Thenkakaranduru 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 Thenkakaranduru
As per Census 2011, Thenkakaranduru village has a total population of 2,345 people, consisting of 1,157 males and 1,188 females. The village has 478 households and a sex ratio of 1,026 females per 1,000 males. There are 284 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,704 literate and 641 illiterate residents. Additionally, 178 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 158 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Thenkakaranduru are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,345 | 1,157 | 1,188 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 284 | 153 | 131 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 178 | 90 | 88 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 158 | 84 | 74 |
| Literate Population | 1,704 | 896 | 808 |
| Illiterate Population | 641 | 261 | 380 |
Nearby Villages of Thenkakaranduru
Thenkakaranduru 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Balenja | South-West | 1.57 km |
| Karambaru | North-East | 1.78 km |
| Badagakaranduru | North-West | 2.15 km |
| Nalkuru | West | 3.91 km |
| Pilya | North-West | 3.99 km |
| Padangady | South | 4.53 km |
| Melanthabettu | South-East | 4.55 km |
| Kudyadi | North-West | 5.27 km |
| Gardadi | South-West | 5.46 km |
| Navara | North-West | 5.55 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Thenkakaranduru
Thenkakaranduru is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Neralakatte Halt, while the nearest airport is Mangalore International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 28.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Beltangady to Thenkakaranduru is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mangalore to Thenkakaranduru is about 59 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thenkakaranduru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thenkakaranduru village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Thenkakaranduru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thenkakaranduru village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Thenkakaranduru
Where is Thenkakaranduru located?
Thenkakaranduru village is located in Beltangadi Taluka, Dakshina Kannada district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thenkakaranduru?
The Gram Panchayat of Thenkakaranduru is Balanja.
What is the pincode of Thenkakaranduru?
The pincode of Thenkakaranduru is 574217.
What is the population of Thenkakaranduru?
Thenkakaranduru has a total population of 2,345, including 1,157 males and 1,188 females.
How many households are there in Thenkakaranduru?
There are 478 households in Thenkakaranduru.
What is the literacy rate in Thenkakaranduru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thenkakaranduru is 72.67%. Male literacy is 77.44% and female literacy is 68.01%.