Herur

Herur is a village located in Gubbi taluka of Tumkur district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 2km away from sub-district headquarter Gubbi (tehsildar office) and 22km away from district headquarter Tumkur. As per 2009 stats, Herur village is also a gram panchayat.

Herur has its own place in the vibrant Tumkur 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 Herur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Herur is 611838. The village spans a total geographical area of 243.13 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 572216. Gubbi is nearest town to Herur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 2km away.

When it comes to local governance, Herur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Gubbi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Tumakuru Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Herur

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,496 781 715
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 149 69 80
Scheduled Castes (SC) 399 206 193
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 232 111 121
Literate Population 1,095 602 493
Illiterate Population 401 179 222

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

  • The total population of Herur village is around 1,496, including approximately 781 males and 715 females, with a sex ratio of 915 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 149 children aged 0–6 years in Herur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Herur village has 399 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 232 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Herur village is about 73.20%, with male literacy at 77.08% and female literacy at 68.95%.
  • There are around 358 households in Herur village.

Connectivity of Herur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Herur. As per the 2011 stats, Herur 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 village
Railway Station Available within <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Herur

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Herur

Where is Herur located?
Herur village is situated in Gubbi Taluka, within the Tumkur district of Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Herur?
Herur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Herur?
The pincode of Herur is 572216, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Herur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Herur is 1,496, with 781 males and 715 females.
How many households are there in Herur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Herur village has a total of 358 households.
What is the literacy rate in Herur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Herur is 73.20%. The male literacy rate is 77.08%, while the female literacy rate is 68.95%.