K.Gandathur - Heggadadevankote, Mysuru

K.Gandathur is a village situated in the Heggadadevankote taluka of Mysuru district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 38 km from Heggadadevankote and around 110 km from Mysore. N.begur serves as the Gram Panchayat for K.Gandathur village.

As per Census 2011, the village code of K.Gandathur is 619054. The village covers a total geographical area of 362.34 hectares and falls under the 571114 pincode. Saragur is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.

K.Gandathur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Heggadadevankote Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chamarajanagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.

Population of K.Gandathur

According to the 2011 Census, K.Gandathur village had a total population of 1,074 people, including 521 males and 553 females, living in 219 households. The sex ratio was 1,061 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.35%, with male literacy at 60.33% and female literacy at 44.89%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 4, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,060.

The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.

Category Total Male Female
Total Population1,074521553
Child Population (0–6 yrs)203100103
Scheduled Castes (SC)422
Scheduled Tribes (ST)1,060514546
Literate Population456254202
Illiterate Population618267351

Nearby Villages of K.Gandathur

K.Gandathur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:

Nearby VillageDirectionApprox. Distance (Aerial)
GundathurNorth-East1.55 km
ThenekalluWest1.85 km
UdburNorth-West1.96 km
HosahalliSouth-East2.05 km
KarapuraNorth-West2.29 km
NisnaNorth-East2.60 km
MelukoteWest3.20 km
BeeramballiEast3.24 km
N.belathurNorth4.10 km
N. BegurEast5.33 km

Transport and Connectivity of K.Gandathur

K.Gandathur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Nanjangud Town, while the nearest airport is Mysore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 42.4 km.

ConnectivityStatusNearest Availability
Public Bus ServiceYesAvailable within village
Private Bus ServiceNoAvailable within >10 km
Railway StationYesAvailable within village

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Saragur to K.Gandathur is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mysore to K.Gandathur is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.

Banking and Postal Services in K.Gandathur

Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for K.Gandathur village is detailed below:

Service TypeStatusNearest Availability
BankYesAvailable within village
ATMYesAvailable within village
Post OfficeNoAvailable within 2-5 km

Health Facilities in K.Gandathur

Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving K.Gandathur village are given below:

Facility TypeStatusNearest Availability
Health Sub-Centre (HSC)NoAvailable within 5-10 km
Primary Health Centre (PHC)NoAvailable within 5-10 km
Community Health Centre (CHC)NoAvailable within >10 km

FAQs about K.Gandathur

Where is K.Gandathur located?

K.Gandathur village is located in Heggadadevankote Taluka, Mysuru district, Karnataka, India.

What is the Gram Panchayat of K.Gandathur?

The Gram Panchayat of K.Gandathur is N.begur.

What is the pincode of K.Gandathur?

The pincode of K.Gandathur is 571114.

What is the population of K.Gandathur?

K.Gandathur had a total population of 1,074, including 521 males and 553 females.

How many households are there in K.Gandathur?

K.Gandathur had 219 households.

What is the literacy rate in K.Gandathur?

As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of K.Gandathur was 52.35%. Male literacy was 60.33% and female literacy was 44.89%.