Tejur - Hole Narsipur, Hassan
Tejur is a village situated in the Hole Narsipur taluka of Hassan district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hole Narsipura and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Hassan. Thathanahalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tejur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tejur is 616984. The village covers a total geographical area of 463.78 hectares and falls under the 573210 pincode. Hole Narsipur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Tejur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arkalgud Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hassan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tejur
As per Census 2011, Tejur village has a total population of 2,121 people, consisting of 1,048 males and 1,073 females. The village has 528 households and a sex ratio of 1,023 females per 1,000 males. There are 211 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,323 literate and 798 illiterate residents. Additionally, 936 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tejur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,121 | 1,048 | 1,073 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 211 | 99 | 112 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 936 | 473 | 463 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,323 | 738 | 585 |
| Illiterate Population | 798 | 310 | 488 |
Nearby Villages of Tejur
Tejur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Malliganahalli | South-West | 1.36 km |
| Tejur Mayagowdanahalli | North | 1.55 km |
| Halli Mysore | South-East | 2.02 km |
| H.hindalahalli | South-West | 2.30 km |
| Kuri Kaval | South-West | 2.47 km |
| Kallahalli | East | 2.96 km |
| Jakanahalli | North-West | 2.99 km |
| Guddenahalli | West | 3.02 km |
| Dalagowdanahalli | North-East | 3.30 km |
| Tathanahalli | North | 3.39 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tejur
Tejur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Annechakanahali, while the nearest airport is Mysore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Hole Narsipur to Tejur is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hassan to Tejur is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tejur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tejur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Tejur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tejur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Tejur
Where is Tejur located?
Tejur village is located in Hole Narsipur Taluka, Hassan district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tejur?
The Gram Panchayat of Tejur is Thathanahalli.
What is the pincode of Tejur?
The pincode of Tejur is 573210.
What is the population of Tejur?
Tejur has a total population of 2,121, including 1,048 males and 1,073 females.
How many households are there in Tejur?
There are 528 households in Tejur.
What is the literacy rate in Tejur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tejur is 62.38%. Male literacy is 70.42% and female literacy is 54.52%.