Kesturu

Kesturu is a village located in Tirthahalli taluka of Shimoga district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Tirthahalli (tehsildar office) and 67km away from district headquarter Shimoga. As per 2009 stats, Mulubagilu is the gram panchayat of Kesturu village.

Kesturu 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 Kesturu

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kesturu is 608197. The village spans a total geographical area of 33.27 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 577424. Tirthahalli is nearest town to Kesturu village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.

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Population of Kesturu

Below is a concise population overview of Kesturu as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 58 29 29
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 1 1 N/A
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 46 27 19
Illiterate Population 12 2 10

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kesturu village:

  • The total population of Kesturu village is around 58, including approximately 29 males and 29 females, with a sex ratio of 1000 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 1 children aged 0–6 years in Kesturu village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Kesturu village is about 79.31%, with male literacy at 93.10% and female literacy at 65.52%.
  • There are around 14 households in Kesturu village.

Connectivity of Kesturu

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kesturu. As per the 2011 stats, Kesturu 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 <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Kesturu

Knowing the nearby villages of Kesturu helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kesturu.

Hire Gadde Muktihariharapura Beluru Hosakoppa Kokkodu Horani Geruvalli Neraturu Sarala Shirupathi Aralapura

Frequently Asked Questions about Kesturu

Where is Kesturu located?
Kesturu village is situated in Tirthahalli Taluka, within the Shimoga district of Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kesturu?
The Gram Panchayat of Kesturu is Mulubagilu (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kesturu?
The pincode of Kesturu is 577424, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kesturu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kesturu is 58, with 29 males and 29 females.
How many households are there in Kesturu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kesturu village has a total of 14 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kesturu as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kesturu is 79.31%. The male literacy rate is 93.10%, while the female literacy rate is 65.52%.