Thekkatte
Thekkatte is a village located in Kundapura taluka of Udupi district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Kundapura (tehsildar office) and 28km away from district headquarter Udupi. As per 2009 stats, Tekkatte is the gram panchayat of Thekkatte village.
Here you can discover what makes Thekkatte unique in its vibrant Kundapura-Udupi region. You’ll see Thekkatte’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 Thekkatte
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Thekkatte is 608730. The village spans a total geographical area of 543.73 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 576231. Kundapur is nearest town to Thekkatte village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.
Google Map of Thekkatte
Population of Thekkatte
According to the 2011 Census, Thekkatte has a total population of about 5,590, with approximately 2,705 males and 2,885 females. The sex ratio is around 1066 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 520 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 237 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 7. The overall literacy rate is approximately 76.08%, with male literacy at about 81.74% and female literacy near 70.78%. There are around 1,067 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Thekkatte's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,590 | 2,705 | 2,885 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 520 | 267 | 253 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 237 | 112 | 125 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 4,253 | 2,211 | 2,042 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,337 | 494 | 843 |
Connectivity of Thekkatte
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Thekkatte. As per the 2011 stats, Thekkatte 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Thekkatte
Knowing the nearby villages of Thekkatte helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Thekkatte.
Frequently Asked Questions about Thekkatte
- Where is Thekkatte located?
- Thekkatte village is situated in Kundapura Taluka, within the Udupi district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Thekkatte?
- The Gram Panchayat of Thekkatte is Tekkatte (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Thekkatte?
- The pincode of Thekkatte is 576231, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Thekkatte as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Thekkatte is 5,590, with 2,705 males and 2,885 females.
- How many households are there in Thekkatte as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Thekkatte village has a total of 1,067 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Thekkatte as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Thekkatte is 76.08%. The male literacy rate is 81.74%, while the female literacy rate is 70.78%.