Kekkar
Kekkar is a village located in Honavar taluka of Uttara Kannada district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Honnavar (tehsildar office) and 80km away from district headquarter Karwar. As per 2009 stats, Kadatoka is the gram panchayat of Kekkar village.
Here you can discover what makes Kekkar unique in its vibrant Honavar-Uttara Kannada region. You’ll see Kekkar’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 Kekkar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kekkar is 603729. The village spans a total geographical area of 309.83 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 581338. Honavar is nearest town to Kekkar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
Google Map of Kekkar
Population of Kekkar
According to the 2011 Census, Kekkar has a total population of about 1,510, with approximately 748 males and 762 females. The sex ratio is around 1018 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 139 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 257 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 67.55%, with male literacy at about 74.06% and female literacy near 61.15%. There are around 372 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kekkar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,510 | 748 | 762 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 139 | 64 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 257 | 128 | 129 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,020 | 554 | 466 |
| Illiterate Population | 490 | 194 | 296 |
Connectivity of Kekkar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kekkar. As per the 2011 stats, Kekkar 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 Kekkar
Knowing the nearby villages of Kekkar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kekkar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kekkar
- Where is Kekkar located?
- Kekkar village is situated in Honavar Taluka, within the Uttara Kannada district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kekkar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kekkar is Kadatoka (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kekkar?
- The pincode of Kekkar is 581338, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kekkar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kekkar is 1,510, with 748 males and 762 females.
- How many households are there in Kekkar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kekkar village has a total of 372 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kekkar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kekkar is 67.55%. The male literacy rate is 74.06%, while the female literacy rate is 61.15%.