Chornur - Sandur, Ballari
Chornur is a village situated in the Sandur taluka of Ballari district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 23 km from Sandur and around 76 km from Bellary. Chornur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chornur is 604986. The village covers a total geographical area of 3980.99 hectares and falls under the 583128 pincode. Kudligi is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Chornur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sandur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ballari Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chornur
As per Census 2011, Chornur village has a total population of 7,421 people, consisting of 3,692 males and 3,729 females. The village has 1,349 households and a sex ratio of 1,010 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,177 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,618 literate and 3,803 illiterate residents. Additionally, 946 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3,077 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chornur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,421 | 3,692 | 3,729 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,177 | 574 | 603 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 946 | 483 | 463 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3,077 | 1,489 | 1,588 |
| Literate Population | 3,618 | 2,026 | 1,592 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,803 | 1,666 | 2,137 |
Nearby Villages of Chornur
Chornur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Genatikatte | South-West | 4.38 km |
| Devarabudenahalli | East | 4.46 km |
| Bommagatta | North-East | 4.48 km |
| Kudureduvu | South-East | 4.59 km |
| Thippanamaradi | North-West | 4.60 km |
| Jiginahalli | North | 5.11 km |
| Ramadurg | South | 5.42 km |
| Shro.oblapur | East | 5.82 km |
| Sovenahalli | West | 6.18 km |
| Jodikasinayakanahalli | North-East | 6.34 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chornur
Chornur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Molakalmuru, while the nearest airport is Vijayanagar Aerodrome (jsw), situated at an approximate aerial distance of 24.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kudligi to Chornur is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bellary to Chornur is about 76 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chornur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chornur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chornur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chornur 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chornur
Where is Chornur located?
Chornur village is located in Sandur Taluka, Ballari district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chornur?
Chornur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chornur?
The pincode of Chornur is 583128.
What is the population of Chornur?
Chornur has a total population of 7,421, including 3,692 males and 3,729 females.
How many households are there in Chornur?
There are 1,349 households in Chornur.
What is the literacy rate in Chornur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chornur is 48.75%. Male literacy is 54.88% and female literacy is 42.69%.