Kesthur
Kesthur is a village located in Maddur taluka of Mandya district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Maddur (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Mandya. As per 2009 stats, Kesthuru is the gram panchayat of Kesthur village.
Kesthur has its own place in the vibrant Mandya 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 Kesthur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kesthur is 614552. The village spans a total geographical area of 1461.23 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 571476. Maddur is nearest town to Kesthur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kesthur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Maddur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Mandya Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kesthur
Population of Kesthur
Below is a concise population overview of Kesthur 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 | 5,685 | 2,816 | 2,869 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 528 | 281 | 247 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 728 | 369 | 359 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 20 | 9 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 3,635 | 1,975 | 1,660 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,050 | 841 | 1,209 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kesthur village:
- The total population of Kesthur village is around 5,685, including approximately 2,816 males and 2,869 females, with a sex ratio of 1018 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 528 children aged 0–6 years in Kesthur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kesthur village has 728 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 20 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kesthur village is about 63.94%, with male literacy at 70.13% and female literacy at 57.86%.
- There are around 1,462 households in Kesthur village.
Connectivity of Kesthur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kesthur. As per the 2011 stats, Kesthur 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 <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kesthur
Knowing the nearby villages of Kesthur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kesthur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kesthur
- Where is Kesthur located?
- Kesthur village is situated in Maddur Taluka, within the Mandya district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kesthur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kesthur is Kesthuru (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kesthur?
- The pincode of Kesthur is 571476, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kesthur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kesthur is 5,685, with 2,816 males and 2,869 females.
- How many households are there in Kesthur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kesthur village has a total of 1,462 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kesthur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kesthur is 63.94%. The male literacy rate is 70.13%, while the female literacy rate is 57.86%.