Kurkalu
Kurkalu is a village located in Udupi taluka of Udupi district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 8km away from Udupi, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Kurkalu village. As per 2009 stats, Kurkalu village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kurkalu unique in its vibrant Udupi region. You’ll see Kurkalu’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 Kurkalu
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kurkalu is 608822. The village spans a total geographical area of 973.17 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 574105. Udupi is nearest town to Kurkalu village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
Google Map of Kurkalu
Population of Kurkalu
According to the 2011 Census, Kurkalu has a total population of about 5,286, with approximately 2,442 males and 2,844 females. The sex ratio is around 1164 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 449 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 440 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 57. The overall literacy rate is approximately 82.35%, with male literacy at about 83.87% and female literacy near 81.05%. There are around 1,274 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kurkalu's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,286 | 2,442 | 2,844 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 449 | 244 | 205 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 440 | 215 | 225 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 57 | 28 | 29 |
| Literate Population | 4,353 | 2,048 | 2,305 |
| Illiterate Population | 933 | 394 | 539 |
Connectivity of Kurkalu
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kurkalu. As per the 2011 stats, Kurkalu 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 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kurkalu
Knowing the nearby villages of Kurkalu helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kurkalu.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kurkalu
- Where is Kurkalu located?
- Kurkalu village is situated in Udupi Taluka, within the Udupi district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kurkalu?
- Kurkalu serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kurkalu?
- The pincode of Kurkalu is 574105, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kurkalu as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kurkalu is 5,286, with 2,442 males and 2,844 females.
- How many households are there in Kurkalu as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kurkalu village has a total of 1,274 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kurkalu as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kurkalu is 82.35%. The male literacy rate is 83.87%, while the female literacy rate is 81.05%.