Nittur
Nittur is a village located in Virajpet taluka of Kodagu district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Virajpet (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Madikeri. As per 2009 stats, Nittur village is also a gram panchayat.
Nittur 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 Nittur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Nittur is 618086. The village spans a total geographical area of 1398.59 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 571219. Virajpet is nearest town to Nittur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
Google Map of Nittur
Population of Nittur
Below is a concise population overview of Nittur 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 | 2,223 | 1,073 | 1,150 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 246 | 124 | 122 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 115 | 61 | 54 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,163 | 560 | 603 |
| Literate Population | 1,256 | 634 | 622 |
| Illiterate Population | 967 | 439 | 528 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Nittur village:
- The total population of Nittur village is around 2,223, including approximately 1,073 males and 1,150 females, with a sex ratio of 1071 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 246 children aged 0–6 years in Nittur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Nittur village has 115 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,163 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Nittur village is about 56.50%, with male literacy at 59.09% and female literacy at 54.09%.
- There are around 630 households in Nittur village.
Connectivity of Nittur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Nittur. As per the 2011 stats, Nittur 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 Nittur
Knowing the nearby villages of Nittur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Nittur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Nittur
- Where is Nittur located?
- Nittur village is situated in Virajpet Taluka, within the Kodagu district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Nittur?
- Nittur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Nittur?
- The pincode of Nittur is 571219, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Nittur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Nittur is 2,223, with 1,073 males and 1,150 females.
- How many households are there in Nittur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Nittur village has a total of 630 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Nittur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Nittur is 56.50%. The male literacy rate is 59.09%, while the female literacy rate is 54.09%.