Kanathur
Kanathur is a village located in Turuvekere taluka of Tumkur district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Turuvekere (tehsildar office) and 80km away from district headquarter Tumkur. As per 2009 stats, Kanathur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kanathur unique in its vibrant Turuvekere-Tumkur region. You’ll see Kanathur’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 Kanathur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kanathur is 612328. The village spans a total geographical area of 314.76 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 572224. Turuvekere is nearest town to Kanathur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
Google Map of Kanathur
Population of Kanathur
According to the 2011 Census, Kanathur has a total population of about 1,009, with approximately 488 males and 521 females. The sex ratio is around 1067 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 73 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 12 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 82.56%, with male literacy at about 88.52% and female literacy near 76.97%. There are around 255 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kanathur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,009 | 488 | 521 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 41 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 5 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 833 | 432 | 401 |
| Illiterate Population | 176 | 56 | 120 |
Connectivity of Kanathur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kanathur. As per the 2011 stats, Kanathur 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 Kanathur
Knowing the nearby villages of Kanathur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kanathur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kanathur
- Where is Kanathur located?
- Kanathur village is situated in Turuvekere Taluka, within the Tumkur district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kanathur?
- Kanathur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kanathur?
- The pincode of Kanathur is 572224, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kanathur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kanathur is 1,009, with 488 males and 521 females.
- How many households are there in Kanathur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kanathur village has a total of 255 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kanathur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanathur is 82.56%. The male literacy rate is 88.52%, while the female literacy rate is 76.97%.