Alanthaya
Alanthaya is a village located in Puttur taluka of Dakshina Kannada district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Puttur (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Mangalore. As per 2009 stats, Golithottu is the gram panchayat of Alanthaya village.
Alanthaya has its own place in the vibrant Dakshina Kannada region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Alanthaya
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Alanthaya is 617697. The village spans a total geographical area of 598.31 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 574229. Puttur is nearest town to Alanthaya village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
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Population of Alanthaya
Below is a concise population overview of Alanthaya as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,056 | 514 | 542 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 92 | 44 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 127 | 70 | 57 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 347 | 162 | 185 |
| Literate Population | 758 | 405 | 353 |
| Illiterate Population | 298 | 109 | 189 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Alanthaya village:
- The total population of Alanthaya village is around 1,056, including approximately 514 males and 542 females, with a sex ratio of 1054 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 92 children aged 0–6 years in Alanthaya village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Alanthaya village has 127 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 347 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Alanthaya village is about 71.78%, with male literacy at 78.79% and female literacy at 65.13%.
- There are around 230 households in Alanthaya village.
Connectivity of Alanthaya
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Alanthaya. As per the 2011 stats, Alanthaya 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 Alanthaya
Knowing the nearby villages of Alanthaya helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Alanthaya.
Frequently Asked Questions about Alanthaya
- Where is Alanthaya located?
- Alanthaya village is situated in Puttur Taluka, within the Dakshina Kannada district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Alanthaya?
- The Gram Panchayat of Alanthaya is Golithottu (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Alanthaya?
- The pincode of Alanthaya is 574229, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Alanthaya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Alanthaya is 1,056, with 514 males and 542 females.
- How many households are there in Alanthaya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Alanthaya village has a total of 230 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Alanthaya as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Alanthaya is 71.78%. The male literacy rate is 78.79%, while the female literacy rate is 65.13%.