Alur
Alur is a Town and Mandal in Kurnool District of Andhra Pradesh. In India, a mandal is a sub-division of a district that is responsible for the administration and revenue collection of a particular area within the district. It is an important part of the local governance structure, and plays a crucial role in the development and administration of its local community.
According to Census 2011, the sub-district code of Alur Block (CD) is 05274. The total area of Alur Mandal is 356 km². Alur has a sex ratio of approximately 954 females per 1,000 males.
List of Villages in Alur Mandal
Alur Mandal has a total of 18 villages, each with its own identity, gram panchayat, and local lifestyle. These villages form the real backbone of the region, where everyday life is rooted in agriculture, tradition, and community ties. The list below shows all villages in Alur Mandal, along with their respective gram panchayat and nearest town.
| # | Village Name | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | A Gonehal | Manikurthi | Adoni (14 km) |
| 2 | Alur | Alur | Adoni (26 km) |
| 3 | Angaskal | Manikurthi | Adoni (16 km) |
| 4 | Arikera | Arikera | Adoni (35 km) |
| 5 | Hathi Belgal | Hathi Belgal | Adoni (29 km) |
| 6 | Hulebeedu | Hulebeedu | Adoni (22 km) |
| 7 | Kammarachedu | Kammarachedu | Adoni (12 km) |
| 8 | Karadiguddam | Muddanagiri | Adoni (20 km) |
| 9 | Katriki | Musanahalli | Adoni (17 km) |
| 10 | Kurukunda | Kurukunda | Adoni (18 km) |
| 11 | Kuruvalli | Kuruvalli | Adoni (25 km) |
| 12 | Manikurthi | Manikurthi | Adoni (14 km) |
| 13 | Marakattu | Marakattu | Adoni (18 km) |
| 14 | Molagavalli | Molagavalli | Adoni (31 km) |
| 15 | Muddanagiri | Muddanagiri | Adoni (19 km) |
| 16 | Musanahalli | Musanahalli | Adoni (18 km) |
| 17 | Peddahottur | Peddahothur | Adoni (26 km) |
| 18 | Thumbalabeedu | Thumbalabeedu | Adoni (21 km) |
Population of Alur Mandal
The population profile of Alur Mandal offers a deeper understanding of how people are settled across its rural and urban parts. The following sections provide key insights into total population, household distribution, literacy, and age demographics — data that plays a vital role in planning development work and allocating public resources effectively.
Basic Population Details
This section offers a snapshot of Alur Mandal's population composition, including male-female ratio, child population, and how literacy levels vary between villages and towns.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 55,834 | 55,834 | N/A |
| Male Population | 28,568 | 28,568 | N/A |
| Female Population | 27,266 | 27,266 | N/A |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 7,067 | 7,067 | N/A |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 3,706 | 3,706 | N/A |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 3,361 | 3,361 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 29,064 | 29,064 | N/A |
| Literate Male Population | 17,849 | 17,849 | N/A |
| Literate Female Population | 11,215 | 11,215 | N/A |
| Illiterate Population | 26,770 | 26,770 | N/A |
| Illiterate Male Population | 10,719 | 10,719 | N/A |
| Illiterate Female Population | 16,051 | 16,051 | N/A |
| Total Households | 10,278 | 10,278 | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Total population is approximately 55,834 people. Includes nearly 28,568 males and 27,266 females. Rural population is about 55,834 people.
- There are around 7,067 children aged 0 to 6 years. This includes approximately 3,706 boys and 3,361 girls.
- Literate population is about 29,064 people. Non-literate population is around 26,770 people.
- There are nearly 10,278 households.
Social Structure and Density
This section offers a snapshot of social structure in Alur Mandal, highlighting the SC and ST population across rural and urban areas, as well as how densely people live in different parts of the region.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total SC Population | 11,502 | 11,502 | N/A |
| SC Male Population | 6,109 | 6,109 | N/A |
| SC Female Population | 5,393 | 5,393 | N/A |
| Total ST Population | 1,130 | 1,130 | N/A |
| ST Male Population | 595 | 595 | N/A |
| ST Female Population | 535 | 535 | N/A |
| Population Density | 157 / km² | 157 / km² | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Alur Mandal is approximately 11,502 people, including 6,109 males and 5,393 females. Around 11,502 people live in rural parts.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Alur Mandal is about 1,130 people, including 595 males and 535 females. Around 1,130 live in villages or rural parts.
- In terms of density, overall population density is around 157 people per square kilometre, rural areas have about 157 people per sq. km.