Kanakur

Kanakur is a village located in Dharwad taluka of Dharwad district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 12km away from Dharwad, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Kanakur village. As per 2009 stats, Kanakur village is also a gram panchayat.

Kanakur has its own place in the vibrant Dharwad 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 Kanakur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kanakur is 602306. The village spans a total geographical area of 649.36 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 581201. Dharwad is nearest town to Kanakur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.

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Population of Kanakur

Below is a concise population overview of Kanakur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 855 434 421
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 96 52 44
Scheduled Castes (SC) 96 48 48
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 4 2 2
Literate Population 602 334 268
Illiterate Population 253 100 153

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kanakur village:

  • The total population of Kanakur village is around 855, including approximately 434 males and 421 females, with a sex ratio of 970 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 96 children aged 0–6 years in Kanakur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kanakur village has 96 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 4 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Kanakur village is about 70.41%, with male literacy at 76.96% and female literacy at 63.66%.
  • There are around 157 households in Kanakur village.

Connectivity of Kanakur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kanakur. As per the 2011 stats, Kanakur 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 Kanakur

Knowing the nearby villages of Kanakur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kanakur.

Frequently Asked Questions about Kanakur

Where is Kanakur located?
Kanakur village is situated in Dharwad Taluka, within the Dharwad district of Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanakur?
Kanakur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Kanakur?
The pincode of Kanakur is 581201, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kanakur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kanakur is 855, with 434 males and 421 females.
How many households are there in Kanakur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kanakur village has a total of 157 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kanakur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanakur is 70.41%. The male literacy rate is 76.96%, while the female literacy rate is 63.66%.