Kanthavara
Kanthavara is a village located in Karkal taluka of Udupi district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Karkala (tehsildar office) and 55km away from district headquarter Udupi. As per 2009 stats, Kanthavara village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kanthavara unique in its vibrant Karkal-Udupi region. You’ll see Kanthavara’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 Kanthavara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kanthavara is 608905. The village spans a total geographical area of 1988.76 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 574129. Karkal is nearest town to Kanthavara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
Google Map of Kanthavara
Population of Kanthavara
According to the 2011 Census, Kanthavara has a total population of about 3,350, with approximately 1,571 males and 1,779 females. The sex ratio is around 1132 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 252 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 335 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 130. The overall literacy rate is approximately 78.72%, with male literacy at about 82.24% and female literacy near 75.60%. There are around 753 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kanthavara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,350 | 1,571 | 1,779 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 252 | 132 | 120 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 335 | 172 | 163 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 130 | 65 | 65 |
| Literate Population | 2,637 | 1,292 | 1,345 |
| Illiterate Population | 713 | 279 | 434 |
Connectivity of Kanthavara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kanthavara. As per the 2011 stats, Kanthavara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kanthavara
Knowing the nearby villages of Kanthavara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kanthavara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kanthavara
- Where is Kanthavara located?
- Kanthavara village is situated in Karkal Taluka, within the Udupi district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kanthavara?
- Kanthavara serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kanthavara?
- The pincode of Kanthavara is 574129, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kanthavara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kanthavara is 3,350, with 1,571 males and 1,779 females.
- How many households are there in Kanthavara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kanthavara village has a total of 753 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kanthavara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanthavara is 78.72%. The male literacy rate is 82.24%, while the female literacy rate is 75.60%.