Nittur - Harapanahalli, Vijayanagara
Nittur is a village situated in the Harapanahalli taluka of Vijayanagara district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 29 km from Harapanahalli and around 42 km from Davanagere. Nittur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nittur is 606338. The village covers a total geographical area of 1110.47 hectares and falls under the 583213 pincode. Harihar is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Nittur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Harapanahalli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Davanagere Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nittur
As per Census 2011, Nittur village has a total population of 2,264 people, consisting of 1,140 males and 1,124 females. The village has 475 households and a sex ratio of 985 females per 1,000 males. There are 295 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,211 literate and 1,053 illiterate residents. Additionally, 269 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 408 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nittur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,264 | 1,140 | 1,124 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 295 | 159 | 136 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 269 | 137 | 132 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 408 | 215 | 193 |
| Literate Population | 1,211 | 695 | 516 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,053 | 445 | 608 |
Nearby Villages of Nittur
Nittur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Konanatambigi | South | 2.25 km |
| Nittur Basapura | West | 3.42 km |
| Somlapur | South-West | 3.77 km |
| Yerbalu | East | 4.28 km |
| Tavaragundi | West | 4.44 km |
| Hirebidari | South | 4.95 km |
| Yallapur T.medleri | South-West | 5.00 km |
| Kadathi | South-East | 5.20 km |
| Halavagal | North | 5.23 km |
| Kunchur | North-East | 5.60 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nittur
Nittur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Chalgeri, while the nearest airport is Vijayanagar Aerodrome (jsw), situated at an approximate aerial distance of 80.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Harihar to Nittur is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Davanagere to Nittur is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nittur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nittur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Nittur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nittur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Nittur
Where is Nittur located?
Nittur village is located in Harapanahalli Taluka, Vijayanagara district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nittur?
Nittur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nittur?
The pincode of Nittur is 583213.
What is the population of Nittur?
Nittur has a total population of 2,264, including 1,140 males and 1,124 females.
How many households are there in Nittur?
There are 475 households in Nittur.
What is the literacy rate in Nittur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nittur is 53.49%. Male literacy is 60.96% and female literacy is 45.91%.