Kitturu

Kitturu is a village located in Somvarpet taluka of Kodagu district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Somwarpet (tehsildar office) and 58km away from district headquarter Madikeri. As per 2009 stats, Handli is the gram panchayat of Kitturu village.

Kitturu 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 Kitturu

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kitturu is 617888. The village spans a total geographical area of 192.26 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 571235. Arkalgud is nearest town to Kitturu village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.

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Population of Kitturu

Below is a concise population overview of Kitturu as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 465 218 247
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 28 18 10
Scheduled Castes (SC) 131 58 73
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 360 178 182
Illiterate Population 105 40 65

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kitturu village:

  • The total population of Kitturu village is around 465, including approximately 218 males and 247 females, with a sex ratio of 1133 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 28 children aged 0–6 years in Kitturu village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kitturu village has 131 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Kitturu village is about 77.42%, with male literacy at 81.65% and female literacy at 73.68%.
  • There are around 143 households in Kitturu village.

Connectivity of Kitturu

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kitturu. As per the 2011 stats, Kitturu 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 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Kitturu

Knowing the nearby villages of Kitturu helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kitturu.

Hulse Bellarahalli Nakalagodu Hebbulse Managali Dundalli Cheekanalli Kajur Bidarur Doddakolathur Gopalapura

Frequently Asked Questions about Kitturu

Where is Kitturu located?
Kitturu village is situated in Somvarpet Taluka, within the Kodagu district of Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kitturu?
The Gram Panchayat of Kitturu is Handli (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kitturu?
The pincode of Kitturu is 571235, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kitturu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kitturu is 465, with 218 males and 247 females.
How many households are there in Kitturu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kitturu village has a total of 143 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kitturu as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kitturu is 77.42%. The male literacy rate is 81.65%, while the female literacy rate is 73.68%.