Kolur - Bengaluru South, Bengaluru Urban
Kolur is a village situated in the Bengaluru South taluka of Bengaluru Urban district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 18 km from Bangalore South and around 18 km from Bangalore. Chunchanakuppe serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kolur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kolur is 613004. The village covers a total geographical area of 579.2 hectares and falls under the 560074 pincode. Bbmp is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Kolur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Yeshvanthapura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bengaluru North Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kolur
As per Census 2011, Kolur village has a total population of 1,970 people, consisting of 1,009 males and 961 females. The village has 479 households and a sex ratio of 952 females per 1,000 males. There are 231 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,190 literate and 780 illiterate residents. Additionally, 566 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 9 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kolur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,970 | 1,009 | 961 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 231 | 118 | 113 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 566 | 291 | 275 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 1,190 | 672 | 518 |
| Illiterate Population | 780 | 337 | 443 |
Nearby Villages of Kolur
Kolur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kolur
Kolur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Kolur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bbmp to Kolur is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bangalore to Kolur is about 18 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kolur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kolur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kolur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kolur 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Kolur
Where is Kolur located?
Kolur village is located in Bengaluru South Taluka, Bengaluru Urban district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kolur?
The Gram Panchayat of Kolur is Chunchanakuppe.
What is the pincode of Kolur?
The pincode of Kolur is 560074.
What is the population of Kolur?
Kolur has a total population of 1,970, including 1,009 males and 961 females.
How many households are there in Kolur?
There are 479 households in Kolur.
What is the literacy rate in Kolur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kolur is 60.41%. Male literacy is 66.60% and female literacy is 53.90%.