Kothur
Kothur is a village located in Virajpet taluka of Kodagu district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 31km away from sub-district headquarter Virajpet (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Madikeri. As per 2009 stats, Kanur is the gram panchayat of Kothur village.
Here you can discover what makes Kothur unique in its vibrant Virajpet-Kodagu region. You’ll see Kothur’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 Kothur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kothur is 618071. The village spans a total geographical area of 1422.31 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 571216. Virajpet is nearest town to Kothur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 31km away.
Google Map of Kothur
Population of Kothur
According to the 2011 Census, Kothur has a total population of about 1,816, with approximately 905 males and 911 females. The sex ratio is around 1006 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 162 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 159 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 463. The overall literacy rate is approximately 69.88%, with male literacy at about 74.59% and female literacy near 65.20%. There are around 516 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kothur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,816 | 905 | 911 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 162 | 79 | 83 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 159 | 84 | 75 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 463 | 215 | 248 |
Literate Population | 1,269 | 675 | 594 |
Illiterate Population | 547 | 230 | 317 |
Connectivity of Kothur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kothur. As per the 2011 stats, Kothur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kothur
Knowing the nearby villages of Kothur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kothur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kothur
- Where is Kothur located?
- Kothur village is situated in Virajpet Taluka, within the Kodagu district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kothur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kothur is Kanur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kothur?
- The pincode of Kothur is 571216, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kothur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kothur is 1,816, with 905 males and 911 females.
- How many households are there in Kothur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kothur village has a total of 516 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kothur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kothur is 69.88%. The male literacy rate is 74.59%, while the female literacy rate is 65.20%.