Golur - Nanjangud, Mysuru
Golur is a village situated in the Nanjangud taluka of Mysuru district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 2 km from Nanjangud and around 25 km from Mysore. Devarasanahalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Golur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Golur is 619244. The village covers a total geographical area of 105.02 hectares and falls under the 571312 pincode. Nanjangud is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Golur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nanjangud Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chamarajanagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Golur
According to the 2011 Census, Golur village had a total population of 3,402 people, including 1,714 males and 1,688 females, living in 723 households. The sex ratio was 985 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.90%, with male literacy at 66.34% and female literacy at 51.36%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 434, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 15.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,402 | 1,714 | 1,688 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 358 | 181 | 177 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 434 | 204 | 230 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 15 | 6 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 1,793 | 1,017 | 776 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,609 | 697 | 912 |
Nearby Villages of Golur
Golur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Golur
Public transport in the Golur is mainly available through bus services. Golur has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nanjangud to Golur is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mysore to Golur is about 25 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 Golur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Golur 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Golur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Golur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Golur
Where is Golur located?
Golur village is located in Nanjangud Taluka, Mysuru district, Karnataka, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Golur?
The Gram Panchayat of Golur is Devarasanahalli.
What is the pincode of Golur?
The pincode of Golur is 571312.
What is the population of Golur?
Golur had a total population of 3,402, including 1,714 males and 1,688 females.
How many households are there in Golur?
Golur had 723 households.
What is the literacy rate in Golur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Golur was 58.90%. Male literacy was 66.34% and female literacy was 51.36%.