Kalakandur
Kalakandur is a village located in Somvarpet taluka of Kodagu district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Somwarpet (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Madikeri. As per 2009 stats, Hanagallu is the gram panchayat of Kalakandur village.
Here you can discover what makes Kalakandur unique in its vibrant Somvarpet-Kodagu region. You’ll see Kalakandur’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 Kalakandur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kalakandur is 617934. The village spans a total geographical area of 657.76 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 571236. Somwarpet is nearest town to Kalakandur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
Google Map of Kalakandur
Population of Kalakandur
According to the 2011 Census, Kalakandur has a total population of about 1,308, with approximately 605 males and 703 females. The sex ratio is around 1161 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 141 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 168 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2. The overall literacy rate is approximately 71.48%, with male literacy at about 78.68% and female literacy near 65.29%. There are around 320 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kalakandur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,308 | 605 | 703 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 141 | 69 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 168 | 81 | 87 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | N/A | 2 |
| Literate Population | 935 | 476 | 459 |
| Illiterate Population | 373 | 129 | 244 |
Connectivity of Kalakandur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kalakandur. As per the 2011 stats, Kalakandur 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 Kalakandur
Knowing the nearby villages of Kalakandur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kalakandur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kalakandur
- Where is Kalakandur located?
- Kalakandur village is situated in Somvarpet Taluka, within the Kodagu district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kalakandur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kalakandur is Hanagallu (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kalakandur?
- The pincode of Kalakandur is 571236, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kalakandur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kalakandur is 1,308, with 605 males and 703 females.
- How many households are there in Kalakandur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kalakandur village has a total of 320 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kalakandur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kalakandur is 71.48%. The male literacy rate is 78.68%, while the female literacy rate is 65.29%.