Herur
Herur is a village located in Sira taluka of Tumkur district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 31km away from sub-district headquarter Sira (tehsildar office) and 81km away from district headquarter Tumkur. As per 2009 stats, Hunasihalli is the gram panchayat of Herur village.
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 610310. The village spans a total geographical area of 683.4 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 572139. Sira is nearest town to Herur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 31km 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 Sira Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Chitradurga Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Herur
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.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 816 | 421 | 395 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 87 | 39 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 158 | 81 | 77 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 53 | 26 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 509 | 306 | 203 |
| Illiterate Population | 307 | 115 | 192 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Herur village:
- The total population of Herur village is around 816, including approximately 421 males and 395 females, with a sex ratio of 938 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 87 children aged 0–6 years in Herur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Herur village has 158 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 53 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Herur village is about 62.38%, with male literacy at 72.68% and female literacy at 51.39%.
- There are around 183 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 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.
Frequently Asked Questions about Herur
- Where is Herur located?
- Herur village is situated in Sira Taluka, within the Tumkur district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Herur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Herur is Hunasihalli (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Herur?
- The pincode of Herur is 572139, 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 816, with 421 males and 395 females.
- How many households are there in Herur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Herur village has a total of 183 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Herur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Herur is 62.38%. The male literacy rate is 72.68%, while the female literacy rate is 51.39%.