Puthige
Puthige is a village located in Mangalore taluka of Dakshina Kannada district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 35km away from Mangalore, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Puthige village. As per 2009 stats, Putthige is the gram panchayat of Puthige village.
Here you can discover what makes Puthige unique in its vibrant Mangalore-Dakshina Kannada region. You’ll see Puthige’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 Puthige
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Puthige is 617460. The village spans a total geographical area of 2168.81 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 574226. Mudbidri is nearest town to Puthige village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
Google Map of Puthige
Population of Puthige
According to the 2011 Census, Puthige has a total population of about 8,279, with approximately 4,205 males and 4,074 females. The sex ratio is around 968 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 733 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 697 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 805. The overall literacy rate is approximately 82.06%, with male literacy at about 85.83% and female literacy near 78.18%. There are around 1,713 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Puthige's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,279 | 4,205 | 4,074 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 733 | 392 | 341 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 697 | 352 | 345 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 805 | 410 | 395 |
| Literate Population | 6,794 | 3,609 | 3,185 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,485 | 596 | 889 |
Connectivity of Puthige
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Puthige. As per the 2011 stats, Puthige 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 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Puthige
Knowing the nearby villages of Puthige helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Puthige.
Frequently Asked Questions about Puthige
- Where is Puthige located?
- Puthige village is situated in Mangalore Taluka, within the Dakshina Kannada district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Puthige?
- The Gram Panchayat of Puthige is Putthige (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Puthige?
- The pincode of Puthige is 574226, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Puthige as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Puthige is 8,279, with 4,205 males and 4,074 females.
- How many households are there in Puthige as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Puthige village has a total of 1,713 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Puthige as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Puthige is 82.06%. The male literacy rate is 85.83%, while the female literacy rate is 78.18%.