Alur

Alur is a village located in Tirthahalli taluka of Shimoga district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 35km away from sub-district headquarter Tirthahalli (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Shimoga. As per 2009 stats, Hunchadakatte is the gram panchayat of Alur village.

Alur has its own place in the vibrant Shimoga 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 Alur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Alur is 608059. The village spans a total geographical area of 561.42 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 577422. Tirthahalli is nearest town to Alur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.

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Population of Alur

Below is a concise population overview of Alur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 437 216 221
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 45 22 23
Scheduled Castes (SC) 33 15 18
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 249 141 108
Illiterate Population 188 75 113

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Alur village:

  • The total population of Alur village is around 437, including approximately 216 males and 221 females, with a sex ratio of 1023 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 45 children aged 0–6 years in Alur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Alur village has 33 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Alur village is about 56.98%, with male literacy at 65.28% and female literacy at 48.87%.
  • There are around 109 households in Alur village.

Connectivity of Alur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Alur. As per the 2011 stats, Alur 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 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Alur

Knowing the nearby villages of Alur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Alur.

Muniyur Humchadakatte Kesare Umblebailu Huttalli Vatagaru Thorebailu Beede Hirekallahalli Chikkallalli Melinakadagodu

Frequently Asked Questions about Alur

Where is Alur located?
Alur village is situated in Tirthahalli Taluka, within the Shimoga district of Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Alur?
The Gram Panchayat of Alur is Hunchadakatte (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Alur?
The pincode of Alur is 577422, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Alur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Alur is 437, with 216 males and 221 females.
How many households are there in Alur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Alur village has a total of 109 households.
What is the literacy rate in Alur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Alur is 56.98%. The male literacy rate is 65.28%, while the female literacy rate is 48.87%.