Karur - Siruguppa, Ballari
Karur is a village situated in the Siruguppa taluka of Ballari district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 31 km from Siruguppa and around 42 km from Bellary. Karur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karur is 604846. The village covers a total geographical area of 3239.12 hectares and falls under the 583154 pincode. Tekkalkote is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Karur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Siruguppa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koppal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karur
As per Census 2011, Karur village has a total population of 7,059 people, consisting of 3,586 males and 3,473 females. The village has 1,392 households and a sex ratio of 968 females per 1,000 males. There are 974 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,294 literate and 3,765 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,383 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 439 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,059 | 3,586 | 3,473 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 974 | 499 | 475 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,383 | 717 | 666 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 439 | 219 | 220 |
| Literate Population | 3,294 | 1,999 | 1,295 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,765 | 1,587 | 2,178 |
Nearby Villages of Karur
Karur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kanchinal | South-West | 2.73 km |
| Taddewadi | East | 3.21 km |
| Takali | North | 3.92 km |
| Hatta Halli | West | 4.42 km |
| Loni [b.k.] | South | 4.71 km |
| Umrani (old) | North-West | 5.37 km |
| Manankalgi | South-East | 6.03 km |
| Maragur | East | 6.91 km |
| Sankha (old) | North-West | 7.46 km |
| Havinal | West | 7.62 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karur
Karur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Chorgi, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 28.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tekkalkote to Karur is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bellary to Karur is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karur 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 Karur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karur
Where is Karur located?
Karur village is located in Siruguppa Taluka, Ballari district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karur?
Karur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karur?
The pincode of Karur is 583154.
What is the population of Karur?
Karur has a total population of 7,059, including 3,586 males and 3,473 females.
How many households are there in Karur?
There are 1,392 households in Karur.
What is the literacy rate in Karur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karur is 46.66%. Male literacy is 55.74% and female literacy is 37.29%.