Kittur
Kittur is a village located in Heggadadevankote taluka of Mysore district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 23km away from sub-district headquarter Heggadadevankote (tehsildar office) and 64km away from district headquarter Mysore. As per 2009 stats, Bidarahalli is the gram panchayat of Kittur village.
Kittur has its own place in the vibrant Mysore 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 Kittur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kittur is 619071. The village spans a total geographical area of 1246.1 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 571116. Saragur is nearest town to Kittur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 9km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kittur 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 Heggadadevankote Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Chamarajanagar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kittur
Population of Kittur
Below is a concise population overview of Kittur 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 | 2,961 | 1,505 | 1,456 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 352 | 174 | 178 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 386 | 202 | 184 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,655 | 822 | 833 |
| Literate Population | 1,548 | 889 | 659 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,413 | 616 | 797 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kittur village:
- The total population of Kittur village is around 2,961, including approximately 1,505 males and 1,456 females, with a sex ratio of 967 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 352 children aged 0–6 years in Kittur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kittur village has 386 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,655 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kittur village is about 52.28%, with male literacy at 59.07% and female literacy at 45.26%.
- There are around 715 households in Kittur village.
Connectivity of Kittur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kittur. As per the 2011 stats, Kittur 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kittur
Knowing the nearby villages of Kittur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kittur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kittur
- Where is Kittur located?
- Kittur village is situated in Heggadadevankote Taluka, within the Mysore district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kittur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kittur is Bidarahalli (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kittur?
- The pincode of Kittur is 571116, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kittur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kittur is 2,961, with 1,505 males and 1,456 females.
- How many households are there in Kittur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kittur village has a total of 715 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kittur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kittur is 52.28%. The male literacy rate is 59.07%, while the female literacy rate is 45.26%.