Hillur
Hillur is a village located in Ankola taluka of Uttara Kannada district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 36km away from sub-district headquarter Ankola (tehsildar office) and 68km away from district headquarter Karwar. As per 2009 stats, Hillur village is also a gram panchayat.
Hillur has its own place in the vibrant Uttara Kannada 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 Hillur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Hillur is 603398. The village spans a total geographical area of 3388.78 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 581344. Ankola is nearest town to Hillur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 36km away.
Google Map of Hillur
Population of Hillur
Below is a concise population overview of Hillur 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 | 2,499 | 1,273 | 1,226 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 249 | 122 | 127 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 271 | 141 | 130 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,819 | 1,019 | 800 |
| Illiterate Population | 680 | 254 | 426 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Hillur village:
- The total population of Hillur village is around 2,499, including approximately 1,273 males and 1,226 females, with a sex ratio of 963 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 249 children aged 0–6 years in Hillur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Hillur village has 271 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Hillur village is about 72.79%, with male literacy at 80.05% and female literacy at 65.25%.
- There are around 620 households in Hillur village.
Connectivity of Hillur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Hillur. As per the 2011 stats, Hillur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Hillur
Knowing the nearby villages of Hillur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Hillur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Hillur
- Where is Hillur located?
- Hillur village is situated in Ankola Taluka, within the Uttara Kannada district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Hillur?
- Hillur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Hillur?
- The pincode of Hillur is 581344, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Hillur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Hillur is 2,499, with 1,273 males and 1,226 females.
- How many households are there in Hillur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Hillur village has a total of 620 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Hillur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Hillur is 72.79%. The male literacy rate is 80.05%, while the female literacy rate is 65.25%.