Herur Kanchagalapura - Kunigal, Tumakuru
Herur Kanchagalapura is a village situated in the Kunigal taluka of Tumakuru district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 6 km from Kunigal and around 40 km from Tumkur. Herur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Herur Kanchagalapura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Herur Kanchagalapura is 612596. The village covers a total geographical area of 258.62 hectares and falls under the 572130 pincode. Kunigal is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Herur Kanchagalapura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kunigal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bengaluru Rural Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Herur Kanchagalapura
According to the 2011 Census, Herur Kanchagalapura village had a total population of 25 people, including 11 males and 14 females, living in 5 households. The sex ratio was 1,273 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 26.09%, with male literacy at 45.45% and female literacy at 8.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 21.
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 | 25 | 11 | 14 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 9 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 6 | 5 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 19 | 6 | 13 |
Nearby Villages of Herur Kanchagalapura
Herur Kanchagalapura 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 Herur Kanchagalapura
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Herur Kanchagalapura. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Herur Kanchagalapura.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kunigal to Herur Kanchagalapura is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tumkur to Herur Kanchagalapura is about 40 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 Herur Kanchagalapura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Herur Kanchagalapura 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 km |
Health Facilities in Herur Kanchagalapura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Herur Kanchagalapura 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Herur Kanchagalapura
Where is Herur Kanchagalapura located?
Herur Kanchagalapura village is located in Kunigal Taluka, Tumakuru district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Herur Kanchagalapura?
The Gram Panchayat of Herur Kanchagalapura is Herur.
What is the pincode of Herur Kanchagalapura?
The pincode of Herur Kanchagalapura is 572130.
What is the population of Herur Kanchagalapura?
Herur Kanchagalapura had a total population of 25, including 11 males and 14 females.
How many households are there in Herur Kanchagalapura?
Herur Kanchagalapura had 5 households.
What is the literacy rate in Herur Kanchagalapura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Herur Kanchagalapura was 26.09%. Male literacy was 45.45% and female literacy was 8.33%.