Herur

Herur is a village located in Kunigal taluka of Tumkur district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Kunigal (tehsildar office) and 42km 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 612605. The village spans a total geographical area of 209.31 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 572130. Kunigal is nearest town to Herur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km away.

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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 1,519 778 741
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 149 79 70
Scheduled Castes (SC) 264 133 131
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 896 503 393
Illiterate Population 623 275 348

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

  • The total population of Herur village is around 1,519, including approximately 778 males and 741 females, with a sex ratio of 952 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 264 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Herur village is about 58.99%, with male literacy at 64.65% and female literacy at 53.04%.
  • There are around 384 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 <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ 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.

Urukehalli Chottanahalli Theppasandra Lalapura Sarakari Krishnaraja Arakere Amanikere Arakere Gavimata Hanumapura Kadamathikere Kithanamangala Amanikere

Frequently Asked Questions about Herur

Where is Herur located?
Herur village is situated in Kunigal 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 572130, 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 1,519, with 778 males and 741 females.
How many households are there in Herur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Herur village has a total of 384 households.
What is the literacy rate in Herur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Herur is 58.99%. The male literacy rate is 64.65%, while the female literacy rate is 53.04%.