Kellaputhige
Kellaputhige is a village located in Mangalore taluka of Dakshina Kannada district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 51km away from Mangalore, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Kellaputhige village. As per 2009 stats, Daregudde is the gram panchayat of Kellaputhige village.
Here you can discover what makes Kellaputhige unique in its vibrant Mangalore-Dakshina Kannada region. You’ll see Kellaputhige’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 Kellaputhige
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kellaputhige is 617464. The village spans a total geographical area of 454.6 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 574213. Mudbidri is nearest town to Kellaputhige village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
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Population of Kellaputhige
According to the 2011 Census, Kellaputhige has a total population of about 1,364, with approximately 679 males and 685 females. The sex ratio is around 1008 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 130 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 133 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 57. The overall literacy rate is approximately 77.35%, with male literacy at about 81.74% and female literacy near 72.99%. There are around 275 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kellaputhige's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,364 | 679 | 685 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 130 | 73 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 133 | 65 | 68 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 57 | 29 | 28 |
| Literate Population | 1,055 | 555 | 500 |
| Illiterate Population | 309 | 124 | 185 |
Connectivity of Kellaputhige
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kellaputhige. As per the 2011 stats, Kellaputhige 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 Kellaputhige
Knowing the nearby villages of Kellaputhige helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kellaputhige.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kellaputhige
- Where is Kellaputhige located?
- Kellaputhige village is situated in Mangalore Taluka, within the Dakshina Kannada district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kellaputhige?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kellaputhige is Daregudde (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kellaputhige?
- The pincode of Kellaputhige is 574213, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kellaputhige as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kellaputhige is 1,364, with 679 males and 685 females.
- How many households are there in Kellaputhige as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kellaputhige village has a total of 275 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kellaputhige as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kellaputhige is 77.35%. The male literacy rate is 81.74%, while the female literacy rate is 72.99%.