Kunthoor
Kunthoor is a village located in Puttur taluka of Dakshina Kannada district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 26km away from sub-district headquarter Puttur (tehsildar office) and 77km away from district headquarter Mangalore. As per 2009 stats, Perabe is the gram panchayat of Kunthoor village.
Kunthoor 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 Kunthoor
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kunthoor is 617709. The village spans a total geographical area of 1360.4 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 574285. Puttur is nearest town to Kunthoor village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 26km away.
Google Map of Kunthoor
Population of Kunthoor
Below is a concise population overview of Kunthoor 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 | 2,541 | 1,264 | 1,277 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 247 | 129 | 118 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 287 | 146 | 141 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 111 | 56 | 55 |
| Literate Population | 1,924 | 1,020 | 904 |
| Illiterate Population | 617 | 244 | 373 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kunthoor village:
- The total population of Kunthoor village is around 2,541, including approximately 1,264 males and 1,277 females, with a sex ratio of 1010 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 247 children aged 0–6 years in Kunthoor village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kunthoor village has 287 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 111 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kunthoor village is about 75.72%, with male literacy at 80.70% and female literacy at 70.79%.
- There are around 541 households in Kunthoor village.
Connectivity of Kunthoor
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kunthoor. As per the 2011 stats, Kunthoor 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 Kunthoor
Knowing the nearby villages of Kunthoor helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kunthoor.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kunthoor
- Where is Kunthoor located?
- Kunthoor village is situated in Puttur Taluka, within the Dakshina Kannada district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kunthoor?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kunthoor is Perabe (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kunthoor?
- The pincode of Kunthoor is 574285, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kunthoor as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kunthoor is 2,541, with 1,264 males and 1,277 females.
- How many households are there in Kunthoor as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kunthoor village has a total of 541 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kunthoor as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kunthoor is 75.72%. The male literacy rate is 80.70%, while the female literacy rate is 70.79%.