Kallur - Magadi, Bengaluru South
Kallur is a village situated in the Magadi taluka of Bengaluru South district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 10 km from Magadi and around 42 km from Ramanagara. Bachenahatti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kallur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kallur is 625986. The village covers a total geographical area of 595.11 hectares and falls under the 562120 pincode. Magadi is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Kallur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Magadi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bengaluru Rural Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kallur
As per Census 2011, Kallur village has a total population of 884 people, consisting of 460 males and 424 females. The village has 194 households and a sex ratio of 921 females per 1,000 males. There are 81 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 505 literate and 379 illiterate residents. Additionally, 110 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 18 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kallur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 884 | 460 | 424 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 81 | 38 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 110 | 56 | 54 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 18 | 10 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 505 | 313 | 192 |
| Illiterate Population | 379 | 147 | 232 |
Nearby Villages of Kallur
Kallur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Singadasanahalli | North-East | 1.22 km |
| Doddamaskal | South-East | 1.44 km |
| Adakamaranahalli | North-West | 1.73 km |
| Veerapura | South | 2.30 km |
| Kempagondanahalli | North-East | 2.63 km |
| Shanubhoganahalli | North | 2.75 km |
| Varadenahalli | North | 3.06 km |
| Madapatna | East | 3.15 km |
| Bachenahatti | North-West | 3.95 km |
| Huluvenahalli | South-East | 4.11 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kallur
Kallur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Hejjala, while the nearest airport is Kempegowda International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 38.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Magadi to Kallur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ramanagara to Kallur 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 Kallur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kallur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kallur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kallur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kallur
Where is Kallur located?
Kallur village is located in Magadi Taluka, Bengaluru South district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kallur?
The Gram Panchayat of Kallur is Bachenahatti.
What is the pincode of Kallur?
The pincode of Kallur is 562120.
What is the population of Kallur?
Kallur has a total population of 884, including 460 males and 424 females.
How many households are there in Kallur?
There are 194 households in Kallur.
What is the literacy rate in Kallur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kallur is 57.13%. Male literacy is 68.04% and female literacy is 45.28%.