Tonnur - Shahpur, Yadgir
Tonnur is a village situated in the Shahpur taluka of Yadgir district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahpur and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Yadgir. Kollur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tonnur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tonnur is 621187. The village covers a total geographical area of 467.22 hectares and falls under the 585304 pincode. Devadurga is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Tonnur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Yadgir Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raichur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tonnur
As per Census 2011, Tonnur village has a total population of 937 people, consisting of 468 males and 469 females. The village has 161 households and a sex ratio of 1,002 females per 1,000 males. There are 138 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 394 literate and 543 illiterate residents. Additionally, 153 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 336 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tonnur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 937 | 468 | 469 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 138 | 67 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 153 | 76 | 77 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 336 | 176 | 160 |
| Literate Population | 394 | 245 | 149 |
| Illiterate Population | 543 | 223 | 320 |
Nearby Villages of Tonnur
Tonnur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chandral | North-East | 1.48 km |
| Kollur | North-West | 2.79 km |
| Goudoor | East | 3.49 km |
| Joladhadgi | South-East | 3.62 km |
| Huvinhadgi | South | 3.65 km |
| Markal | West | 3.77 km |
| Wagadambli | South | 4.12 km |
| Yasvanti | North-East | 4.24 km |
| Maderkal | North | 4.31 km |
| Gopalpur | South-West | 4.93 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tonnur
Tonnur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Lingiri, while the nearest airport is Bellary Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 114.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Devadurga to Tonnur is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Yadgir to Tonnur is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tonnur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tonnur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Tonnur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tonnur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Tonnur
Where is Tonnur located?
Tonnur village is located in Shahpur Taluka, Yadgir district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tonnur?
The Gram Panchayat of Tonnur is Kollur.
What is the pincode of Tonnur?
The pincode of Tonnur is 585304.
What is the population of Tonnur?
Tonnur has a total population of 937, including 468 males and 469 females.
How many households are there in Tonnur?
There are 161 households in Tonnur.
What is the literacy rate in Tonnur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tonnur is 42.05%. Male literacy is 52.35% and female literacy is 31.77%.