Valur - Sagar, Shivamogga

Valur is a village situated in the Sagar taluka of Shivamogga district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 85 km from Sagar and around 150 km from Shimoga. Sannashanubhog serves as the Gram Panchayat for Valur village.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Valur is 607361. The village covers a total geographical area of 1035.03 hectares and falls under the 577452 pincode. Sagar is the nearest town, located about 85 km away.

Valur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shivamogga Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.

Population of Valur

According to the 2011 Census, Valur village had a total population of 149 people, including 71 males and 78 females, living in 31 households. The sex ratio was 1,099 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.80%, with male literacy at 76.56% and female literacy at 65.75%.

The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.

Nearby Villages of Valur

Valur 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:

Transport and Connectivity of Valur

Valur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Bijoor, while the nearest airport is Mangalore International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 77.7 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sagar to Valur is about 85 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Shimoga to Valur is about 150 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.

Banking and Postal Services in Valur

Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Valur village is detailed below:

Health Facilities in Valur

Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Valur village are given below:

FAQs about Valur