Kestur
Kestur is a village located in Krishnarajanagara taluka of Mysore district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Krishnarajanagara (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Mysore. As per 2009 stats, Kesthur is the gram panchayat of Kestur village.
Kestur 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 Kestur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kestur is 618626. The village spans a total geographical area of 1328.09 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 571602. K.r.nagara is nearest town to Kestur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kestur 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 Krishnarajanagara 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 Kestur
Population of Kestur
Below is a concise population overview of Kestur 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 | 5,642 | 2,817 | 2,825 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 564 | 293 | 271 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 247 | 125 | 122 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 234 | 114 | 120 |
| Literate Population | 3,224 | 1,913 | 1,311 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,418 | 904 | 1,514 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kestur village:
- The total population of Kestur village is around 5,642, including approximately 2,817 males and 2,825 females, with a sex ratio of 1002 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 564 children aged 0–6 years in Kestur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kestur village has 247 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 234 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kestur village is about 57.14%, with male literacy at 67.91% and female literacy at 46.41%.
- There are around 1,275 households in Kestur village.
Connectivity of Kestur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kestur. As per the 2011 stats, Kestur 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 Kestur
Knowing the nearby villages of Kestur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kestur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kestur
- Where is Kestur located?
- Kestur village is situated in Krishnarajanagara Taluka, within the Mysore district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kestur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kestur is Kesthur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kestur?
- The pincode of Kestur is 571602, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kestur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kestur is 5,642, with 2,817 males and 2,825 females.
- How many households are there in Kestur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kestur village has a total of 1,275 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kestur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kestur is 57.14%. The male literacy rate is 67.91%, while the female literacy rate is 46.41%.