Bylur - Hanur, Chamarajanagar
Bylur is a village situated in the Hanur taluka of Chamarajanagar district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 60 km from Kollegal and around 88 km from Chamarajanagar. Bailooru serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bylur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bylur is 619879. The village covers a total geographical area of 997.29 hectares and falls under the 571457 pincode. Hanur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Bylur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hanur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chamarajanagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bylur
As per Census 2011, Bylur village has a total population of 3,038 people, consisting of 1,548 males and 1,490 females. The village has 763 households and a sex ratio of 962 females per 1,000 males. There are 339 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,532 literate and 1,506 illiterate residents. Additionally, 802 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,021 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bylur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,038 | 1,548 | 1,490 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 339 | 169 | 170 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 802 | 405 | 397 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,021 | 521 | 500 |
| Literate Population | 1,532 | 892 | 640 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,506 | 656 | 850 |
Nearby Villages of Bylur
Bylur 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 Bylur
Bylur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Hanur to Bylur is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chamarajanagar to Bylur is about 88 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bylur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bylur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bylur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bylur 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bylur
Where is Bylur located?
Bylur village is located in Hanur Taluka, Chamarajanagar district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bylur?
The Gram Panchayat of Bylur is Bailooru.
What is the pincode of Bylur?
The pincode of Bylur is 571457.
What is the population of Bylur?
Bylur has a total population of 3,038, including 1,548 males and 1,490 females.
How many households are there in Bylur?
There are 763 households in Bylur.
What is the literacy rate in Bylur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bylur is 50.43%. Male literacy is 57.62% and female literacy is 42.95%.