Barur - Bidar
Barur is a village situated in the Bidar taluka of Bidar district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 27 km from Bidar, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Barur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barur is 600240. The village covers a total geographical area of 1483.13 hectares and falls under the 585447 pincode. Zahirabad(andhra Pradesh) is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Barur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bidar South Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bidar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barur
As per Census 2011, Barur village has a total population of 4,294 people, consisting of 2,170 males and 2,124 females. The village has 867 households and a sex ratio of 978 females per 1,000 males. There are 530 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,953 literate and 2,341 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,732 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 383 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,294 | 2,170 | 2,124 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 530 | 268 | 262 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,732 | 879 | 853 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 383 | 191 | 192 |
| Literate Population | 1,953 | 1,129 | 824 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,341 | 1,041 | 1,300 |
Nearby Villages of Barur
Barur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gouspur | North-West | 2.72 km |
| Chintalgera | West | 2.86 km |
| Manhalli | West | 5.40 km |
| Hokrana(b) | South-West | 6.63 km |
| Yakatpur | North-West | 7.68 km |
| Ghodepalli | North-West | 8.08 km |
| Hokrana(k) | West | 8.18 km |
| Nagora | North-West | 8.57 km |
| Satoli | North-West | 9.23 km |
| Goonalli | North | 9.61 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Barur
Barur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Matalkunta, while the nearest airport is Begumpet Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 80.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Zahirabad(andhra Pradesh) to Barur is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bidar to Barur is about 27 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Barur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Barur
Where is Barur located?
Barur village is located in Bidar Taluka, Bidar district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barur?
Barur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Barur?
The pincode of Barur is 585447.
What is the population of Barur?
Barur has a total population of 4,294, including 2,170 males and 2,124 females.
How many households are there in Barur?
There are 867 households in Barur.
What is the literacy rate in Barur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barur is 45.48%. Male literacy is 52.03% and female literacy is 38.79%.