Halkur
About Halkur
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Halkur village is 610383. Halkur village is located in Sira taluka of Tumkur district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Sira (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Tumkur. As per 2009 stats, Maagodu is the gram panchayat of Halkur village.
The total geographical area of village is 318.12 hectares. Halkur has a total population of 816 peoples, out of which male population is 405 while female population is 411. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1014 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of halkur village is 54.66% out of which 63.46% males and 45.99% females are literate. There are about 205 houses in halkur village. Pincode of halkur village locality is 572137.
When it comes to administration, Halkur village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Halkur village comes under Sira Vidhan Sabha constituency & Chitradurga Lok Sabha constituency. Sira is nearest town to halkur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
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Population of Halkur
The population details of Halkur cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 816 | 405 | 411 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 104 | 58 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 407 | 202 | 205 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 141 | 68 | 73 |
| Literate Population | 446 | 257 | 189 |
| Illiterate Population | 370 | 148 | 222 |
Connectivity of Halkur
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Halkur
Where is Halkur located?
Halkur village is situated in Sira Taluka, within the Tumkur district of Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Halkur?
The Gram Panchayat of Halkur is Maagodu (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Halkur?
The pincode of Halkur is 572137, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Halkur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Halkur is 816, with 405 males and 411 females.
How many households are there in Halkur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Halkur village has a total of 205 households.
What is the literacy rate in Halkur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Halkur is 54.66%. The male literacy rate is 63.46%, while the female literacy rate is 45.99%.