Bajathuru
Bajathuru 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 57km away from district headquarter Mangalore. As per 2009 stats, Bajathuru village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Bajathuru unique in its vibrant Puttur-Dakshina Kannada region. You’ll see Bajathuru’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 Bajathuru
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bajathuru is 617695. The village spans a total geographical area of 2028.15 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 574241. Puttur is nearest town to Bajathuru village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
Google Map of Bajathuru
Population of Bajathuru
According to the 2011 Census, Bajathuru has a total population of about 5,913, with approximately 2,952 males and 2,961 females. The sex ratio is around 1003 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 626 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 420 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 146. The overall literacy rate is approximately 75.12%, with male literacy at about 80.49% and female literacy near 69.77%. There are around 1,129 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bajathuru's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,913 | 2,952 | 2,961 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 626 | 321 | 305 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 420 | 211 | 209 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 146 | 80 | 66 |
| Literate Population | 4,442 | 2,376 | 2,066 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,471 | 576 | 895 |
Connectivity of Bajathuru
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bajathuru. As per the 2011 stats, Bajathuru 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bajathuru
Knowing the nearby villages of Bajathuru helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bajathuru.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bajathuru
- Where is Bajathuru located?
- Bajathuru village is situated in Puttur Taluka, within the Dakshina Kannada district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bajathuru?
- Bajathuru serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Bajathuru?
- The pincode of Bajathuru is 574241, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bajathuru as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bajathuru is 5,913, with 2,952 males and 2,961 females.
- How many households are there in Bajathuru as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bajathuru village has a total of 1,129 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bajathuru as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bajathuru is 75.12%. The male literacy rate is 80.49%, while the female literacy rate is 69.77%.