Chornur
Chornur is a village located in Sandur taluka of Bellary district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 23km away from sub-district headquarter Sandur (tehsildar office) and 76km away from district headquarter Bellary. As per 2009 stats, Chornur village is also a gram panchayat.
Chornur has its own place in the vibrant Bellary region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Chornur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chornur is 604986. The village spans a total geographical area of 3980.99 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 583119. Kudligi is nearest town to Chornur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
When it comes to local governance, Chornur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Sandur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Ballari Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Chornur
Population of Chornur
Below is a concise population overview of Chornur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chornur village:
- The total population of Chornur village is around 7,421, including approximately 3,692 males and 3,729 females, with a sex ratio of 1010 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 1,177 children aged 0–6 years in Chornur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Chornur village has 946 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 3,077 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Chornur village is about 48.75%, with male literacy at 54.88% and female literacy at 42.69%.
- There are around 1,349 households in Chornur village.
Connectivity of Chornur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chornur. As per the 2011 stats, Chornur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chornur
Knowing the nearby villages of Chornur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chornur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chornur
- Where is Chornur located?
- Chornur village is situated in Sandur Taluka, within the Bellary district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chornur?
- Chornur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Chornur?
- The pincode of Chornur is 583119, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chornur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chornur is 7,421, with 3,692 males and 3,729 females.
- How many households are there in Chornur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chornur village has a total of 1,349 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chornur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chornur is 48.75%. The male literacy rate is 54.88%, while the female literacy rate is 42.69%.