Hethur
Hethur is a village located in Sakleshpur taluka of Hassan district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 24km away from sub-district headquarter Sakleshpur (tehsildar office) and 64km away from district headquarter Hassan. As per 2009 stats, Hethur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Hethur unique in its vibrant Sakleshpur-Hassan region. You’ll see Hethur’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 Hethur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Hethur is 615012. The village spans a total geographical area of 755.69 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 573423. Sakleshpur is nearest town to Hethur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 24km away.
When it comes to local governance, Hethur 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 Sakleshpur 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 Hethur
Population of Hethur
According to the 2011 Census, Hethur has a total population of about 2,096, with approximately 1,048 males and 1,048 females. The sex ratio is around 1000 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 160 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 449 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 3. The overall literacy rate is approximately 82.11%, with male literacy at about 86.55% and female literacy near 77.67%. There are around 479 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Hethur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,096 | 1,048 | 1,048 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 160 | 85 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 449 | 222 | 227 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,721 | 907 | 814 |
| Illiterate Population | 375 | 141 | 234 |
Connectivity of Hethur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Hethur. As per the 2011 stats, Hethur 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 <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Hethur
Knowing the nearby villages of Hethur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Hethur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Hethur
- Where is Hethur located?
- Hethur village is situated in Sakleshpur Taluka, within the Hassan district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Hethur?
- Hethur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Hethur?
- The pincode of Hethur is 573423, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Hethur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Hethur is 2,096, with 1,048 males and 1,048 females.
- How many households are there in Hethur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Hethur village has a total of 479 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Hethur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Hethur is 82.11%. The male literacy rate is 86.55%, while the female literacy rate is 77.67%.