Kesavathur
Kesavathur is a village located in Arkalgud taluka of Hassan district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Arkalgud (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Hassan. As per 2009 stats, Handrangi is the gram panchayat of Kesavathur village.
Here you can discover what makes Kesavathur unique in its vibrant Arkalgud-Hassan region. You’ll see Kesavathur’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 Kesavathur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kesavathur is 616697. The village spans a total geographical area of 440.66 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 573130. Arkalgud is nearest town to Kesavathur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kesavathur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Arkalgud Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hassan Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kesavathur
Population of Kesavathur
According to the 2011 Census, Kesavathur has a total population of about 1,232, with approximately 636 males and 596 females. The sex ratio is around 937 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 125 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 562 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 50.00%, with male literacy at about 58.96% and female literacy near 40.44%. There are around 272 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kesavathur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,232 | 636 | 596 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 125 | 54 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 562 | 282 | 280 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 616 | 375 | 241 |
| Illiterate Population | 616 | 261 | 355 |
Connectivity of Kesavathur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kesavathur. As per the 2011 stats, Kesavathur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kesavathur
Knowing the nearby villages of Kesavathur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kesavathur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kesavathur
- Where is Kesavathur located?
- Kesavathur village is situated in Arkalgud Taluka, within the Hassan district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kesavathur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kesavathur is Handrangi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kesavathur?
- The pincode of Kesavathur is 573130, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kesavathur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kesavathur is 1,232, with 636 males and 596 females.
- How many households are there in Kesavathur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kesavathur village has a total of 272 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kesavathur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kesavathur is 50.00%. The male literacy rate is 58.96%, while the female literacy rate is 40.44%.