Challur
Challur is a village located in Gangawati taluka of Koppal district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 24km away from sub-district headquarter Gangawati (tehsildar office) and 67km away from district headquarter Koppal. As per 2009 stats, Challur village is also a gram panchayat.
Challur has its own place in the vibrant Koppal region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Challur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Challur is 601682. The village spans a total geographical area of 1238.55 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 583229. Gangawati is nearest town to Challur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 24km away.
When it comes to local governance, Challur 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 Kanakagiri Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Koppal Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Challur
Population of Challur
Below is a concise population overview of Challur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,972 | 2,469 | 2,503 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 693 | 351 | 342 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,054 | 517 | 537 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,091 | 531 | 560 |
| Literate Population | 2,643 | 1,496 | 1,147 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,329 | 973 | 1,356 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Challur village:
- The total population of Challur village is around 4,972, including approximately 2,469 males and 2,503 females, with a sex ratio of 1013 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 693 children aged 0–6 years in Challur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Challur village has 1,054 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,091 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Challur village is about 53.16%, with male literacy at 60.59% and female literacy at 45.83%.
- There are around 1,018 households in Challur village.
Connectivity of Challur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Challur. As per the 2011 stats, Challur 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Challur
Knowing the nearby villages of Challur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Challur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Challur
- Where is Challur located?
- Challur village is situated in Gangawati Taluka, within the Koppal district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Challur?
- Challur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Challur?
- The pincode of Challur is 583229, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Challur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Challur is 4,972, with 2,469 males and 2,503 females.
- How many households are there in Challur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Challur village has a total of 1,018 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Challur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Challur is 53.16%. The male literacy rate is 60.59%, while the female literacy rate is 45.83%.