Kognur
Kognur is a village located in Afzalpur taluka of Gulbarga district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Afzalpur (tehsildar office) and 38km away from district headquarter Gulbarga. As per 2009 stats, Koganoor is the gram panchayat of Kognur village.
Here you can discover what makes Kognur unique in its vibrant Afzalpur-Gulbarga region. You’ll see Kognur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kognur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kognur is 620146. The village spans a total geographical area of 1098.68 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 585213. Afzalpur is nearest town to Kognur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kognur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Afzalpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kalaburagi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kognur
Population of Kognur
According to the 2011 Census, Kognur has a total population of about 2,563, with approximately 1,288 males and 1,275 females. The sex ratio is around 989 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 369 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 336 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 52. The overall literacy rate is approximately 52.59%, with male literacy at about 63.74% and female literacy near 41.33%. There are around 442 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kognur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,563 | 1,288 | 1,275 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 369 | 174 | 195 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 336 | 152 | 184 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 52 | 22 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 1,348 | 821 | 527 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,215 | 467 | 748 |
Connectivity of Kognur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kognur. As per the 2011 stats, Kognur 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kognur
Knowing the nearby villages of Kognur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kognur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kognur
- Where is Kognur located?
- Kognur village is situated in Afzalpur Taluka, within the Gulbarga district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kognur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kognur is Koganoor (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kognur?
- The pincode of Kognur is 585213, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kognur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kognur is 2,563, with 1,288 males and 1,275 females.
- How many households are there in Kognur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kognur village has a total of 442 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kognur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kognur is 52.59%. The male literacy rate is 63.74%, while the female literacy rate is 41.33%.