Aranthodu
Aranthodu is a village located in Sulya taluka of Dakshina Kannada district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Sulya (tehsildar office) and 97km away from district headquarter Mangalore. As per 2009 stats, Aranthodu village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Aranthodu unique in its vibrant Sulya-Dakshina Kannada region. You’ll see Aranthodu’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 Aranthodu
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Aranthodu is 617770. The village spans a total geographical area of 3952.54 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 574314. Sulya is nearest town to Aranthodu village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
Google Map of Aranthodu
Population of Aranthodu
According to the 2011 Census, Aranthodu has a total population of about 3,746, with approximately 1,859 males and 1,887 females. The sex ratio is around 1015 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 389 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 275 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 196. The overall literacy rate is approximately 82.01%, with male literacy at about 84.78% and female literacy near 79.28%. There are around 852 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Aranthodu's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,746 | 1,859 | 1,887 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 389 | 201 | 188 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 275 | 149 | 126 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 196 | 94 | 102 |
| Literate Population | 3,072 | 1,576 | 1,496 |
| Illiterate Population | 674 | 283 | 391 |
Connectivity of Aranthodu
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Aranthodu. As per the 2011 stats, Aranthodu 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 Aranthodu
Knowing the nearby villages of Aranthodu helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Aranthodu.
Frequently Asked Questions about Aranthodu
- Where is Aranthodu located?
- Aranthodu village is situated in Sulya Taluka, within the Dakshina Kannada district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Aranthodu?
- Aranthodu serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Aranthodu?
- The pincode of Aranthodu is 574314, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Aranthodu as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Aranthodu is 3,746, with 1,859 males and 1,887 females.
- How many households are there in Aranthodu as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Aranthodu village has a total of 852 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Aranthodu as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Aranthodu is 82.01%. The male literacy rate is 84.78%, while the female literacy rate is 79.28%.