Kedambady
Kedambady is a village located in Puttur taluka of Dakshina Kannada district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Puttur (tehsildar office) and 67km away from district headquarter Mangalore. As per 2009 stats, Kedambady village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kedambady unique in its vibrant Puttur-Dakshina Kannada region. You’ll see Kedambady’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 Kedambady
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kedambady is 617739. The village spans a total geographical area of 891.54 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 574210. Puttur is nearest town to Kedambady village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
Google Map of Kedambady
Population of Kedambady
According to the 2011 Census, Kedambady has a total population of about 3,604, with approximately 1,757 males and 1,847 females. The sex ratio is around 1051 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 386 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 537 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 217. The overall literacy rate is approximately 72.78%, with male literacy at about 79.34% and female literacy near 66.54%. There are around 751 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kedambady's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,604 | 1,757 | 1,847 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 386 | 178 | 208 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 537 | 283 | 254 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 217 | 102 | 115 |
| Literate Population | 2,623 | 1,394 | 1,229 |
| Illiterate Population | 981 | 363 | 618 |
Connectivity of Kedambady
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kedambady. As per the 2011 stats, Kedambady 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kedambady
Knowing the nearby villages of Kedambady helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kedambady.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kedambady
- Where is Kedambady located?
- Kedambady village is situated in Puttur Taluka, within the Dakshina Kannada district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kedambady?
- Kedambady serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kedambady?
- The pincode of Kedambady is 574210, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kedambady as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kedambady is 3,604, with 1,757 males and 1,847 females.
- How many households are there in Kedambady as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kedambady village has a total of 751 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kedambady as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kedambady is 72.78%. The male literacy rate is 79.34%, while the female literacy rate is 66.54%.