Kellur
Kellur is a village located in Piriyapatna taluka of Mysore district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Piriyapatna (tehsildar office) and 62km away from district headquarter Mysore. As per 2009 stats, Handithavalli is the gram panchayat of Kellur village.
Kellur 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 Kellur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kellur is 618200. The village spans a total geographical area of 521.4 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 571108. K.r.nagara is nearest town to Kellur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kellur 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 Piriyapatna Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Mysuru Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kellur
Population of Kellur
Below is a concise population overview of Kellur 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 | 1,342 | 680 | 662 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 148 | 77 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 172 | 92 | 80 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 77 | 37 | 40 |
| Literate Population | 922 | 503 | 419 |
| Illiterate Population | 420 | 177 | 243 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kellur village:
- The total population of Kellur village is around 1,342, including approximately 680 males and 662 females, with a sex ratio of 973 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 148 children aged 0–6 years in Kellur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kellur village has 172 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 77 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kellur village is about 68.70%, with male literacy at 73.97% and female literacy at 63.29%.
- There are around 303 households in Kellur village.
Connectivity of Kellur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kellur. As per the 2011 stats, Kellur 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 Kellur
Knowing the nearby villages of Kellur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kellur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kellur
- Where is Kellur located?
- Kellur village is situated in Piriyapatna Taluka, within the Mysore district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kellur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kellur is Handithavalli (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kellur?
- The pincode of Kellur is 571108, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kellur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kellur is 1,342, with 680 males and 662 females.
- How many households are there in Kellur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kellur village has a total of 303 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kellur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kellur is 68.70%. The male literacy rate is 73.97%, while the female literacy rate is 63.29%.