Kanthur
Kanthur is a village located in Madikeri taluka of Kodagu district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 16km away from Madikeri, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Kanthur village. As per 2009 stats, Kanthur Murnad is the gram panchayat of Kanthur village.
Kanthur has its own place in the vibrant Kodagu 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 Kanthur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kanthur is 617832. The village spans a total geographical area of 834.95 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 571252. Madikeri is nearest town to Kanthur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kanthur 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 Madikeri Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Mysuru Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kanthur
Population of Kanthur
Below is a concise population overview of Kanthur 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 | 3,331 | 1,721 | 1,610 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 322 | 172 | 150 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 630 | 324 | 306 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 84 | 40 | 44 |
| Literate Population | 2,624 | 1,416 | 1,208 |
| Illiterate Population | 707 | 305 | 402 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kanthur village:
- The total population of Kanthur village is around 3,331, including approximately 1,721 males and 1,610 females, with a sex ratio of 935 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 322 children aged 0–6 years in Kanthur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kanthur village has 630 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 84 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kanthur village is about 78.78%, with male literacy at 82.28% and female literacy at 75.03%.
- There are around 861 households in Kanthur village.
Connectivity of Kanthur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kanthur. As per the 2011 stats, Kanthur 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 Kanthur
Knowing the nearby villages of Kanthur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kanthur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kanthur
- Where is Kanthur located?
- Kanthur village is situated in Madikeri Taluka, within the Kodagu district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kanthur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kanthur is Kanthur Murnad (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kanthur?
- The pincode of Kanthur is 571252, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kanthur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kanthur is 3,331, with 1,721 males and 1,610 females.
- How many households are there in Kanthur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kanthur village has a total of 861 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kanthur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanthur is 78.78%. The male literacy rate is 82.28%, while the female literacy rate is 75.03%.