Attur Forest
Attur Forest is a village located in Somvarpet taluka of Kodagu district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Somwarpet (tehsildar office) and 27km away from district headquarter Madikeri. As per 2009 stats, Guddehosur is the gram panchayat of Attur Forest village.
Here you can discover what makes Attur Forest unique in its vibrant Somvarpet-Kodagu region. You’ll see Attur Forest’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 Attur Forest
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Attur Forest is 617988. The village spans a total geographical area of 1179.28 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 571234. Kushalnagar is nearest town to Attur Forest village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
Google Map of Attur Forest
Population of Attur Forest
According to the 2011 Census, Attur Forest has a total population of about 628, with approximately 384 males and 244 females. The sex ratio is around 635 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 53 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 40 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 16. The overall literacy rate is approximately 82.48%, with male literacy at about 87.76% and female literacy near 74.18%. There are around 135 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Attur Forest's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 628 | 384 | 244 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 26 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 40 | 17 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 11 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 518 | 337 | 181 |
| Illiterate Population | 110 | 47 | 63 |
Connectivity of Attur Forest
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Attur Forest. As per the 2011 stats, Attur Forest had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Attur Forest
Knowing the nearby villages of Attur Forest helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Attur Forest.
Frequently Asked Questions about Attur Forest
- Where is Attur Forest located?
- Attur Forest village is situated in Somvarpet Taluka, within the Kodagu district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Attur Forest?
- The Gram Panchayat of Attur Forest is Guddehosur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Attur Forest?
- The pincode of Attur Forest is 571234, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Attur Forest as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Attur Forest is 628, with 384 males and 244 females.
- How many households are there in Attur Forest as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Attur Forest village has a total of 135 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Attur Forest as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Attur Forest is 82.48%. The male literacy rate is 87.76%, while the female literacy rate is 74.18%.