Alur - Maddur, Mandya
Alur is a village situated in the Maddur taluka of Mandya district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Maddur and around 31 km from the district headquarters in Mandya. Aluru serves as the Gram Panchayat for Alur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Alur is 614592. The village covers a total geographical area of 391.36 hectares and falls under the 571433 pincode. Maddur is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Alur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Maddur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandya Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Alur
As per Census 2011, Alur village has a total population of 1,648 people, consisting of 824 males and 824 females. The village has 383 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 179 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,072 literate and 576 illiterate residents. Additionally, 224 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Alur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,648 | 824 | 824 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 179 | 98 | 81 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 224 | 107 | 117 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,072 | 608 | 464 |
| Illiterate Population | 576 | 216 | 360 |
Nearby Villages of Alur
Alur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Buddaguppe | North | 1.30 km |
| Neelakantanahalli | South | 1.45 km |
| Vaidyanathapura | West | 1.74 km |
| D.hosur | East | 1.89 km |
| Thylur | North | 2.44 km |
| Hagalahalli | South | 2.63 km |
| Agralinganahalli | North-West | 2.83 km |
| Nagarakere | South-West | 2.87 km |
| Byadrahalli | East | 3.20 km |
| K.kodihalli | North | 3.33 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Alur
Alur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Maddur, while the nearest airport is Mysore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 45.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Maddur to Alur is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mandya to Alur is about 31 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 Alur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Alur 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Alur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Alur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Alur
Where is Alur located?
Alur village is located in Maddur Taluka, Mandya district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Alur?
The Gram Panchayat of Alur is Aluru.
What is the pincode of Alur?
The pincode of Alur is 571433.
What is the population of Alur?
Alur has a total population of 1,648, including 824 males and 824 females.
How many households are there in Alur?
There are 383 households in Alur.
What is the literacy rate in Alur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Alur is 65.05%. Male literacy is 73.79% and female literacy is 56.31%.