Channur - Hunasagi, Yadgir
Channur is a village situated in the Hunasagi taluka of Yadgir district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 28 km from Shorapur and around 82 km from Yadgir. Wajjal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Channur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Channur is 620939. The village covers a total geographical area of 565.83 hectares and falls under the 585215 pincode. Shorapur is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Channur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shorapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raichur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Channur
As per Census 2011, Channur village has a total population of 1,309 people, consisting of 681 males and 628 females. The village has 235 households and a sex ratio of 922 females per 1,000 males. There are 210 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 696 literate and 613 illiterate residents. Additionally, 516 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 39 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Channur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,309 | 681 | 628 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 210 | 99 | 111 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 516 | 273 | 243 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 39 | 21 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 696 | 444 | 252 |
| Illiterate Population | 613 | 237 | 376 |
Nearby Villages of Channur
Channur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Wajjal | West | 1.94 km |
| Kaldevanhalli | East | 1.95 km |
| Hebbal (b) | East | 3.65 km |
| Raju Nagar | South | 3.66 km |
| Hebbal (k) | East | 4.86 km |
| Siddapur | South-East | 4.93 km |
| Bhailapur | South | 5.11 km |
| Yedhalli | North | 5.35 km |
| Srinivaspur | South | 5.38 km |
| Kachaknoor | North | 5.43 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Channur
Channur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Thangundi, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 111.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shorapur to Channur is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Yadgir to Channur is about 82 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Channur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Channur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Channur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Channur 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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Channur
Where is Channur located?
Channur village is located in Hunasagi Taluka, Yadgir district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Channur?
The Gram Panchayat of Channur is Wajjal.
What is the pincode of Channur?
The pincode of Channur is 585215.
What is the population of Channur?
Channur has a total population of 1,309, including 681 males and 628 females.
How many households are there in Channur?
There are 235 households in Channur.
What is the literacy rate in Channur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Channur is 53.17%. Male literacy is 65.20% and female literacy is 40.13%.