Kuskuru
Kuskuru is a village located in Shikarpur taluka of Shimoga district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 19km away from sub-district headquarter Shikarpur (tehsildar office) and 69km away from district headquarter Shimoga. As per 2009 stats, Herejamburu is the gram panchayat of Kuskuru village.
Here you can discover what makes Kuskuru unique in its vibrant Shikarpur-Shimoga region. You’ll see Kuskuru’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kuskuru
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kuskuru is 607744. The village spans a total geographical area of 498.08 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 577426. Siralkoppa is nearest town to Kuskuru village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
Google Map of Kuskuru
Population of Kuskuru
According to the 2011 Census, Kuskuru has a total population of about 1,471, with approximately 721 males and 750 females. The sex ratio is around 1040 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 165 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 537 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 67. The overall literacy rate is approximately 65.74%, with male literacy at about 72.68% and female literacy near 59.07%. There are around 321 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kuskuru's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,471 | 721 | 750 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 165 | 81 | 84 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 537 | 273 | 264 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 67 | 31 | 36 |
Literate Population | 967 | 524 | 443 |
Illiterate Population | 504 | 197 | 307 |
Connectivity of Kuskuru
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kuskuru. As per the 2011 stats, Kuskuru had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kuskuru
Knowing the nearby villages of Kuskuru helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kuskuru.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kuskuru
- Where is Kuskuru located?
- Kuskuru village is situated in Shikarpur Taluka, within the Shimoga district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kuskuru?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kuskuru is Herejamburu (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kuskuru?
- The pincode of Kuskuru is 577426, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kuskuru as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kuskuru is 1,471, with 721 males and 750 females.
- How many households are there in Kuskuru as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kuskuru village has a total of 321 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kuskuru as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kuskuru is 65.74%. The male literacy rate is 72.68%, while the female literacy rate is 59.07%.