Uttanur - Siruguppa, Ballari
Uttanur is a village situated in the Siruguppa taluka of Ballari district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 42 km from Siruguppa and around 48 km from Bellary. Uttanur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Uttanur is 604848. The village covers a total geographical area of 1187.71 hectares and falls under the 583154 pincode. Tekkalkote is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Uttanur 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 Uttanur
As per Census 2011, Uttanur village has a total population of 3,655 people, consisting of 1,817 males and 1,838 females. The village has 644 households and a sex ratio of 1,011 females per 1,000 males. There are 590 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,369 literate and 2,286 illiterate residents. Additionally, 438 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,525 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Uttanur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,655 | 1,817 | 1,838 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 590 | 302 | 288 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 438 | 213 | 225 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,525 | 744 | 781 |
| Literate Population | 1,369 | 834 | 535 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,286 | 983 | 1,303 |
Nearby Villages of Uttanur
Uttanur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ulur | South-East | 2.74 km |
| Mota Sugur | North-West | 2.94 km |
| Muddatamagi | East | 3.39 km |
| Marlamadiki | North | 3.77 km |
| Kuriganur | North-West | 5.27 km |
| Kogilathota | East | 5.60 km |
| Talur | South | 5.81 km |
| Nagarakanvi | North | 5.87 km |
| Ballur | South-East | 6.31 km |
| Honnur | North | 6.33 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Uttanur
Uttanur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Haddinagundu, while the nearest airport is Bellary Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 25.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Tekkalkote to Uttanur is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bellary to Uttanur is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Uttanur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Uttanur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Uttanur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Uttanur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Uttanur
Where is Uttanur located?
Uttanur village is located in Siruguppa Taluka, Ballari district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Uttanur?
Uttanur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Uttanur?
The pincode of Uttanur is 583154.
What is the population of Uttanur?
Uttanur has a total population of 3,655, including 1,817 males and 1,838 females.
How many households are there in Uttanur?
There are 644 households in Uttanur.
What is the literacy rate in Uttanur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Uttanur is 37.46%. Male literacy is 45.90% and female literacy is 29.11%.