Challur
About Challur
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Challur village is 601682. Challur village is 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.
The total geographical area of village is 1238.55 hectares. Challur has a total population of 4,972 peoples, out of which male population is 2,469 while female population is 2,503. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1013 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of challur village is 53.16% out of which 60.59% males and 45.83% females are literate. There are about 1,018 houses in challur village. Pincode of challur village locality is 583229.
When it comes to administration, Challur village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Challur village comes under Kanakagiri Vidhan Sabha constituency & Koppal Lok Sabha constituency. Gangawati is nearest town to challur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 24km away.
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Population of Challur
The population details of Challur cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,972 | 2,469 | 2,503 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 693 | 351 | 342 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 1,054 | 517 | 537 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 1,091 | 531 | 560 |
| Literate Population | 2,643 | 1,496 | 1,147 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,329 | 973 | 1,356 |
Connectivity of Challur
| 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 |
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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%.