Shimanthur
Shimanthur 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 Shimanthur village. As per 2009 stats, Athikari Bettu is the gram panchayat of Shimanthur village.
Here you can discover what makes Shimanthur unique in its vibrant Mangalore-Dakshina Kannada region. You’ll see Shimanthur’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 Shimanthur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shimanthur is 617431. The village spans a total geographical area of 396.38 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 574154. Mulki is nearest town to Shimanthur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 4km away.
Google Map of Shimanthur
Population of Shimanthur
According to the 2011 Census, Shimanthur has a total population of about 1,607, with approximately 773 males and 834 females. The sex ratio is around 1078 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 143 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 187 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 13. The overall literacy rate is approximately 81.46%, with male literacy at about 84.99% and female literacy near 78.18%. There are around 368 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shimanthur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,607 | 773 | 834 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 143 | 77 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 187 | 100 | 87 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 6 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 1,309 | 657 | 652 |
| Illiterate Population | 298 | 116 | 182 |
Connectivity of Shimanthur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shimanthur. As per the 2011 stats, Shimanthur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shimanthur
Knowing the nearby villages of Shimanthur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shimanthur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shimanthur
- Where is Shimanthur located?
- Shimanthur village is situated in Mangalore Taluka, within the Dakshina Kannada district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shimanthur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shimanthur is Athikari Bettu (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Shimanthur?
- The pincode of Shimanthur is 574154, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shimanthur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shimanthur is 1,607, with 773 males and 834 females.
- How many households are there in Shimanthur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shimanthur village has a total of 368 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shimanthur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shimanthur is 81.46%. The male literacy rate is 84.99%, while the female literacy rate is 78.18%.