Alur

Alur is a village located in Hiriyur taluka of Chitradurga district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Hiriyur (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Chitradurga. As per 2009 stats, Hosayelanadu is the gram panchayat of Alur village.

Alur has its own place in the vibrant Chitradurga region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Alur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Alur is 606159. The village spans a total geographical area of 738.21 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 577598. Hiriyur is nearest town to Alur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

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Population of Alur

Below is a concise population overview of Alur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 3,378 1,714 1,664
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 369 182 187
Scheduled Castes (SC) 960 504 456
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 335 169 166
Literate Population 2,257 1,273 984
Illiterate Population 1,121 441 680

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Alur village:

  • The total population of Alur village is around 3,378, including approximately 1,714 males and 1,664 females, with a sex ratio of 970 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 369 children aged 0–6 years in Alur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Alur village has 960 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 335 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Alur village is about 66.81%, with male literacy at 74.27% and female literacy at 59.13%.
  • There are around 787 households in Alur village.

Connectivity of Alur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Alur. As per the 2011 stats, Alur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Alur

Knowing the nearby villages of Alur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Alur.

Frequently Asked Questions about Alur

Where is Alur located?
Alur village is situated in Hiriyur Taluka, within the Chitradurga district of Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Alur?
The Gram Panchayat of Alur is Hosayelanadu (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Alur?
The pincode of Alur is 577598, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Alur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Alur is 3,378, with 1,714 males and 1,664 females.
How many households are there in Alur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Alur village has a total of 787 households.
What is the literacy rate in Alur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Alur is 66.81%. The male literacy rate is 74.27%, while the female literacy rate is 59.13%.