Huthur - Hanur, Chamarajanagar
Huthur is a village situated in the Hanur taluka of Chamarajanagar district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 42 km from Kollegal and around 102 km from Chamarajanagar. Huthuru serves as the Gram Panchayat for Huthur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Huthur is 619878. The village covers a total geographical area of 913.56 hectares and falls under the 571457 pincode. Hanur is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Huthur 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 Huthur
As per Census 2011, Huthur village has a total population of 8,580 people, consisting of 4,436 males and 4,144 females. The village has 2,104 households and a sex ratio of 934 females per 1,000 males. There are 810 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,612 literate and 3,968 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,017 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3,361 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Huthur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,580 | 4,436 | 4,144 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 810 | 452 | 358 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,017 | 525 | 492 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3,361 | 1,710 | 1,651 |
| Literate Population | 4,612 | 2,687 | 1,925 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,968 | 1,749 | 2,219 |
Nearby Villages of Huthur
Huthur 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 Huthur
Huthur 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 Huthur is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chamarajanagar to Huthur is about 102 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Huthur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Huthur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Huthur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Huthur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Huthur
Where is Huthur located?
Huthur village is located in Hanur Taluka, Chamarajanagar district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Huthur?
The Gram Panchayat of Huthur is Huthuru.
What is the pincode of Huthur?
The pincode of Huthur is 571457.
What is the population of Huthur?
Huthur has a total population of 8,580, including 4,436 males and 4,144 females.
How many households are there in Huthur?
There are 2,104 households in Huthur.
What is the literacy rate in Huthur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Huthur is 53.75%. Male literacy is 60.57% and female literacy is 46.45%.