Thokur
Thokur is a village located in Mangalore taluka of Dakshina Kannada district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 30km away from Mangalore, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Thokur village. As per 2009 stats, Padupanambur is the gram panchayat of Thokur village.
Here you can discover what makes Thokur unique in its vibrant Mangalore-Dakshina Kannada region. You’ll see Thokur’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 Thokur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Thokur is 617438. The village spans a total geographical area of 327.41 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 574146. Mulki is nearest town to Thokur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
Google Map of Thokur
Population of Thokur
According to the 2011 Census, Thokur has a total population of about 2,898, with approximately 1,393 males and 1,505 females. The sex ratio is around 1080 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 263 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 461 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 3. The overall literacy rate is approximately 82.37%, with male literacy at about 85.93% and female literacy near 79.07%. There are around 634 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Thokur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,898 | 1,393 | 1,505 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 263 | 141 | 122 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 461 | 227 | 234 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,387 | 1,197 | 1,190 |
| Illiterate Population | 511 | 196 | 315 |
Connectivity of Thokur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Thokur. As per the 2011 stats, Thokur 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 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Thokur
Knowing the nearby villages of Thokur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Thokur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Thokur
- Where is Thokur located?
- Thokur village is situated in Mangalore Taluka, within the Dakshina Kannada district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Thokur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Thokur is Padupanambur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Thokur?
- The pincode of Thokur is 574146, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Thokur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Thokur is 2,898, with 1,393 males and 1,505 females.
- How many households are there in Thokur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Thokur village has a total of 634 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Thokur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Thokur is 82.37%. The male literacy rate is 85.93%, while the female literacy rate is 79.07%.