Nittur - Hirekerur, Haveri
Nittur is a village situated in the Hirekerur taluka of Haveri district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hirekerur and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Haveri. Madlur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nittur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nittur is 604358. The village covers a total geographical area of 534.61 hectares and falls under the 581119 pincode. Hirekerur is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Nittur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hirekerur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Haveri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nittur
As per Census 2011, Nittur village has a total population of 1,253 people, consisting of 631 males and 622 females. The village has 253 households and a sex ratio of 985 females per 1,000 males. There are 143 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,021 literate and 232 illiterate residents. Additionally, 255 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 143 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nittur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,253 | 631 | 622 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 143 | 71 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 255 | 133 | 122 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 143 | 74 | 69 |
| Literate Population | 1,021 | 526 | 495 |
| Illiterate Population | 232 | 105 | 127 |
Nearby Villages of Nittur
Nittur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Yalavala | South-West | 1.64 km |
| Koppadahalu | West | 2.40 km |
| Chikkonati | South-East | 2.74 km |
| Gummanalu | South | 2.97 km |
| Madlur | North-East | 3.03 km |
| Jogihalli | South-West | 3.18 km |
| Satenahalli | East | 3.32 km |
| Bennigere | West | 3.52 km |
| Thimmapur | North | 3.94 km |
| Kachavi | North-West | 4.03 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nittur
Nittur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Byadgi, while the nearest airport is Hubli Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 69.7 km.
| 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 Hirekerur to Nittur is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Haveri to Nittur is about 36 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nittur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nittur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Nittur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nittur 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Nittur
Where is Nittur located?
Nittur village is located in Hirekerur Taluka, Haveri district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nittur?
The Gram Panchayat of Nittur is Madlur.
What is the pincode of Nittur?
The pincode of Nittur is 581119.
What is the population of Nittur?
Nittur has a total population of 1,253, including 631 males and 622 females.
How many households are there in Nittur?
There are 253 households in Nittur.
What is the literacy rate in Nittur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nittur is 81.48%. Male literacy is 83.36% and female literacy is 79.58%.