Kaniyoor
Kaniyoor is a village located in Puttur taluka of Dakshina Kannada district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Puttur (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Mangalore. As per 2009 stats, Kaniyuru is the gram panchayat of Kaniyoor village.
Here you can discover what makes Kaniyoor unique in its vibrant Puttur-Dakshina Kannada region. You’ll see Kaniyoor’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 Kaniyoor
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kaniyoor is 617725. The village spans a total geographical area of 810.06 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 574328. Puttur is nearest town to Kaniyoor village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
Google Map of Kaniyoor
Population of Kaniyoor
According to the 2011 Census, Kaniyoor has a total population of about 2,126, with approximately 1,070 males and 1,056 females. The sex ratio is around 986 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 194 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 237 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 33. The overall literacy rate is approximately 76.95%, with male literacy at about 82.52% and female literacy near 71.31%. There are around 464 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kaniyoor's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,126 | 1,070 | 1,056 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 194 | 94 | 100 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 237 | 117 | 120 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 33 | 16 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 1,636 | 883 | 753 |
| Illiterate Population | 490 | 187 | 303 |
Connectivity of Kaniyoor
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kaniyoor. As per the 2011 stats, Kaniyoor 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 village |
Nearby Villages of Kaniyoor
Knowing the nearby villages of Kaniyoor helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kaniyoor.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kaniyoor
- Where is Kaniyoor located?
- Kaniyoor village is situated in Puttur Taluka, within the Dakshina Kannada district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kaniyoor?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kaniyoor is Kaniyuru (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kaniyoor?
- The pincode of Kaniyoor is 574328, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kaniyoor as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kaniyoor is 2,126, with 1,070 males and 1,056 females.
- How many households are there in Kaniyoor as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kaniyoor village has a total of 464 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kaniyoor as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kaniyoor is 76.95%. The male literacy rate is 82.52%, while the female literacy rate is 71.31%.