Thekkuru
Thekkuru is a village located in Sorab taluka of Shimoga district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Sorab (tehsildar office) and 108km away from district headquarter Shimoga. As per 2009 stats, Tavanandi is the gram panchayat of Thekkuru village.
Thekkuru has its own place in the vibrant Shimoga 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 Thekkuru
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Thekkuru is 607459. The village spans a total geographical area of 548.04 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 577429. Sorab is nearest town to Thekkuru village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.
Google Map of Thekkuru
Population of Thekkuru
Below is a concise population overview of Thekkuru as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 428 | 221 | 207 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 24 | 16 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 20 | 10 | 10 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 44 | 24 | 20 |
Literate Population | 307 | 168 | 139 |
Illiterate Population | 121 | 53 | 68 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Thekkuru village:
- The total population of Thekkuru village is around 428, including approximately 221 males and 207 females, with a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 40 children aged 0–6 years in Thekkuru village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Thekkuru village has 20 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 44 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Thekkuru village is about 71.73%, with male literacy at 76.02% and female literacy at 67.15%.
- There are around 102 households in Thekkuru village.
Connectivity of Thekkuru
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Thekkuru. As per the 2011 stats, Thekkuru 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 Thekkuru
Knowing the nearby villages of Thekkuru helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Thekkuru.
Frequently Asked Questions about Thekkuru
- Where is Thekkuru located?
- Thekkuru village is situated in Sorab Taluka, within the Shimoga district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Thekkuru?
- The Gram Panchayat of Thekkuru is Tavanandi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Thekkuru?
- The pincode of Thekkuru is 577429, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Thekkuru as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Thekkuru is 428, with 221 males and 207 females.
- How many households are there in Thekkuru as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Thekkuru village has a total of 102 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Thekkuru as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Thekkuru is 71.73%. The male literacy rate is 76.02%, while the female literacy rate is 67.15%.