Kolur - Kurugodu, Ballari
Kolur is a village situated in the Kurugodu taluka of Ballari district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 18 km from Bellary and around 18 km from Bellary. Kolur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kolur is 604890. The village covers a total geographical area of 2995.99 hectares and falls under the 583155 pincode. Bellary is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Kolur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kampli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ballari Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kolur
As per Census 2011, Kolur village has a total population of 5,872 people, consisting of 2,909 males and 2,963 females. The village has 1,137 households and a sex ratio of 1,018 females per 1,000 males. There are 863 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,736 literate and 3,136 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,049 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,041 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kolur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,872 | 2,909 | 2,963 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 863 | 435 | 428 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,049 | 520 | 529 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,041 | 509 | 532 |
| Literate Population | 2,736 | 1,601 | 1,135 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,136 | 1,308 | 1,828 |
Nearby Villages of Kolur
Kolur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kolur
Kolur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bellary to Kolur is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kolur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kolur 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 Kolur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kolur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Kolur
Where is Kolur located?
Kolur village is located in Kurugodu Taluka, Ballari district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kolur?
Kolur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kolur?
The pincode of Kolur is 583155.
What is the population of Kolur?
Kolur has a total population of 5,872, including 2,909 males and 2,963 females.
How many households are there in Kolur?
There are 1,137 households in Kolur.
What is the literacy rate in Kolur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kolur is 46.59%. Male literacy is 55.04% and female literacy is 38.31%.