Keyyur - Puttur, Dakshina Kannada
Keyyur is a village situated in the Puttur taluka of Dakshina Kannada district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Puttur and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Mangalore. Keyyur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Keyyur is 617745. The village covers a total geographical area of 1937.9 hectares and falls under the 574210 pincode. Puttur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Keyyur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Puttur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dakshina Kannada Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Keyyur
As per Census 2011, Keyyur village has a total population of 5,883 people, consisting of 2,844 males and 3,039 females. The village has 1,202 households and a sex ratio of 1,068 females per 1,000 males. There are 606 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,406 literate and 1,477 illiterate residents. Additionally, 822 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 303 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Keyyur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,883 | 2,844 | 3,039 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 606 | 285 | 321 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 822 | 409 | 413 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 303 | 148 | 155 |
| Literate Population | 4,406 | 2,299 | 2,107 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,477 | 545 | 932 |
Nearby Villages of Keyyur
Keyyur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Palthadi | East | 2.97 km |
| Kedambady | North-West | 4.02 km |
| Punachpady | North | 4.12 km |
| Ariyadka | West | 4.50 km |
| Madnooru | South-West | 4.73 km |
| Sarve | North | 5.07 km |
| Kolthige | South-East | 5.44 km |
| Peruvaje | East | 5.50 km |
| Savanur | North | 6.77 km |
| Belandoor | North-East | 6.85 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Keyyur
Keyyur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Narimogaru, while the nearest airport is Mangalore International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Puttur to Keyyur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mangalore to Keyyur is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Keyyur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Keyyur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Keyyur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Keyyur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Keyyur
Where is Keyyur located?
Keyyur village is located in Puttur Taluka, Dakshina Kannada district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Keyyur?
Keyyur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Keyyur?
The pincode of Keyyur is 574210.
What is the population of Keyyur?
Keyyur has a total population of 5,883, including 2,844 males and 3,039 females.
How many households are there in Keyyur?
There are 1,202 households in Keyyur.
What is the literacy rate in Keyyur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Keyyur is 74.89%. Male literacy is 80.84% and female literacy is 69.33%.