Kanthur
About Kanthur
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Kanthur village is 617832. Kanthur village is 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.
The total geographical area of village is 834.95 hectares. Kanthur has a total population of 3,331 peoples, out of which male population is 1,721 while female population is 1,610. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 935 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of kanthur village is 78.78% out of which 82.28% males and 75.03% females are literate. There are about 861 houses in kanthur village. Pincode of kanthur village locality is 571252.
When it comes to administration, Kanthur village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Kanthur village comes under Madikeri Vidhan Sabha constituency & Mysuru Lok Sabha constituency. Madikeri is nearest town to kanthur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
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Population of Kanthur
The population details of Kanthur cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,331 | 1,721 | 1,610 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 322 | 172 | 150 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 630 | 324 | 306 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 84 | 40 | 44 |
| Literate Population | 2,624 | 1,416 | 1,208 |
| Illiterate Population | 707 | 305 | 402 |
Connectivity of Kanthur
| 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 |
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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%.