Kolur - Saligrama, Mysuru
Kolur is a village situated in the Saligrama taluka of Mysuru district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 30 km from Krishnarajanagara and around 80 km from Mysore. Channamgere serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kolur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kolur is 618605. The village covers a total geographical area of 223.95 hectares and falls under the 571617 pincode. K.r.nagara is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Kolur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Krishnarajanagara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandya Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kolur
As per Census 2011, Kolur village has a total population of 1,080 people, consisting of 548 males and 532 females. The village has 231 households and a sex ratio of 970 females per 1,000 males. There are 130 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 656 literate and 424 illiterate residents. Additionally, 492 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kolur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,080 | 548 | 532 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 130 | 63 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 492 | 239 | 253 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 656 | 371 | 285 |
| Illiterate Population | 424 | 177 | 247 |
Nearby Villages of Kolur
Kolur 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 Kolur
Kolur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from K.r.nagara to Kolur is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Mysore to Kolur is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kolur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kolur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kolur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kolur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kolur
Where is Kolur located?
Kolur village is located in Saligrama Taluka, Mysuru district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kolur?
The Gram Panchayat of Kolur is Channamgere.
What is the pincode of Kolur?
The pincode of Kolur is 571617.
What is the population of Kolur?
Kolur has a total population of 1,080, including 548 males and 532 females.
How many households are there in Kolur?
There are 231 households in Kolur.
What is the literacy rate in Kolur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kolur is 60.74%. Male literacy is 67.70% and female literacy is 53.57%.