Kollur - Srinivaspur, Kolar
Kollur is a village situated in the Srinivaspur taluka of Kolar district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Srinivaspur and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Kolar. J. Thimmasandra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kollur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kollur is 621629. The village covers a total geographical area of 456.16 hectares and falls under the 563135 pincode. Srinivaspur is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Kollur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Srinivaspur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kolar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kollur
As per Census 2011, Kollur village has a total population of 1,398 people, consisting of 720 males and 678 females. The village has 316 households and a sex ratio of 941 females per 1,000 males. There are 123 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 871 literate and 527 illiterate residents. Additionally, 338 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 151 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kollur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,398 | 720 | 678 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 123 | 61 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 338 | 178 | 160 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 151 | 75 | 76 |
| Literate Population | 871 | 531 | 340 |
| Illiterate Population | 527 | 189 | 338 |
Nearby Villages of Kollur
Kollur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ganganahalli | South | 2.02 km |
| Katara Muddalahalli | South-West | 2.03 km |
| Dwarasandra | West | 2.12 km |
| Sathandahalli | South-West | 2.23 km |
| Sunnaguttapalli | North | 2.24 km |
| Peddanachapali | South-East | 2.31 km |
| Pathapalli | West | 2.42 km |
| Kallur | East | 2.52 km |
| Alambagiri | North-West | 2.73 km |
| Unikili | South-East | 3.18 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kollur
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Kollur. The nearest railway station is Srinivaspur, while the nearest airport is Kempegowda International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Srinivaspur to Kollur is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kolar to Kollur is about 24 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kollur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kollur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Kollur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kollur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Kollur
Where is Kollur located?
Kollur village is located in Srinivaspur Taluka, Kolar district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kollur?
The Gram Panchayat of Kollur is J. Thimmasandra.
What is the pincode of Kollur?
The pincode of Kollur is 563135.
What is the population of Kollur?
Kollur has a total population of 1,398, including 720 males and 678 females.
How many households are there in Kollur?
There are 316 households in Kollur.
What is the literacy rate in Kollur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kollur is 62.30%. Male literacy is 73.75% and female literacy is 50.15%.