Polur - Nandyal Rural, Nandyal
Polur is a village situated in the Nandyal Rural mandal of Nandyal district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 11 km from Nandyal and around 81 km from Kurnool. Polur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Polur is 594301. The village covers a total geographical area of 1556 hectares and falls under the 518511 pincode. Nandyal is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Polur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Polur
As per Census 2011, Polur village has a total population of 4,530 people, consisting of 2,294 males and 2,236 females. The village has 1,047 households and a sex ratio of 974 females per 1,000 males. There are 497 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,795 literate and 1,735 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,156 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Polur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,530 | 2,294 | 2,236 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 497 | 251 | 246 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,156 | 591 | 565 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,795 | 1,612 | 1,183 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,735 | 682 | 1,053 |
Nearby Villages of Polur
Polur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Munagala | North-East | 2.78 km |
| Rayamalpuram | East | 3.14 km |
| Kondajutur | North-West | 3.29 km |
| Balapanur | South-West | 4.14 km |
| Pulimaddi | North-East | 4.70 km |
| Chilakala | West | 4.99 km |
| Koratamaddi | North | 5.56 km |
| Gorukallu | North-West | 5.68 km |
| Kowlur | South-West | 5.77 km |
| Durvesi | North | 5.89 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Polur
Polur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Nandyal, while the nearest airport is Dunakonda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 90.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nandyal to Polur is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kurnool to Polur is about 81 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Polur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Polur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Polur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Polur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Polur
Where is Polur located?
Polur village is located in Nandyal Rural Mandal, Nandyal district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Polur?
Polur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Polur?
The pincode of Polur is 518511.
What is the population of Polur?
Polur has a total population of 4,530, including 2,294 males and 2,236 females.
How many households are there in Polur?
There are 1,047 households in Polur.
What is the literacy rate in Polur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Polur is 61.70%. Male literacy is 70.27% and female literacy is 52.91%.