Alur - Omarga, Dharashiv
Alur is a village situated in the Omarga tehsil of Dharashiv district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 38 km from Umarga and around 80 km from Osmanabad. Alur village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Alur is 561769. The village covers a total geographical area of 3564 hectares and falls under the 413606 pincode. Murum is the nearest town, located about 52 km away.
Alur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Alur
According to the 2011 Census, Alur village had a total population of 7,640 people, including 3,890 males and 3,750 females, living in 1,481 households. The sex ratio was 964 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.63%, with male literacy at 83.70% and female literacy at 65.30%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 900, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,640 | 3,890 | 3,750 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,037 | 541 | 496 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 900 | 476 | 424 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 4,928 | 2,803 | 2,125 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,712 | 1,087 | 1,625 |
Nearby Villages of Alur
Alur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Varnalwadi | South | 3.99 km |
| Kesarjawalga | East | 4.57 km |
| Bolegaon | South-West | 4.65 km |
| Achaler | North-West | 5.12 km |
| Kunsali | West | 5.82 km |
| Bhurikavathe | South-West | 6.72 km |
| Chincholi (b) | South | 7.05 km |
| Khairat | South | 7.09 km |
| Belamb | North-East | 7.29 km |
| Nirgudi | South-East | 7.37 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Alur
Alur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dudhani, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Murum to Alur is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Osmanabad to Alur is about 80 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 Alur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Alur 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 Alur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Alur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Alur
Where is Alur located?
Alur village is located in Omarga Tehsil, Dharashiv district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Alur?
Alur is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Alur?
The pincode of Alur is 413606.
What is the population of Alur?
Alur had a total population of 7,640, including 3,890 males and 3,750 females.
How many households are there in Alur?
Alur had 1,481 households.
What is the literacy rate in Alur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Alur was 74.63%. Male literacy was 83.70% and female literacy was 65.30%.