Altur

Altur is a village located in Shahuwadi tehsil of Kolhapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Shahuwadi (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Kolhapur. As per 2009 stats, Altur Correct Name is the gram panchayat of Altur village.

Altur has its own place in the vibrant Kolhapur 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 Altur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Altur is 567020. The village spans a total geographical area of 1124.53 hectares. Malkapur is nearest town to Altur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.

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Population of Altur

Below is a concise population overview of Altur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,591 778 813
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 219 105 114
Scheduled Castes (SC) 126 62 64
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 768 449 319
Illiterate Population 823 329 494

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Altur village:

  • The total population of Altur village is around 1,591, including approximately 778 males and 813 females, with a sex ratio of 1044 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 219 children aged 0–6 years in Altur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Altur village has 126 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Altur village is about 48.27%, with male literacy at 57.71% and female literacy at 39.24%.
  • There are around 342 households in Altur village.

Connectivity of Altur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Altur. As per the 2011 stats, Altur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Altur

Knowing the nearby villages of Altur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Altur.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Altur

Where is Altur located?
Altur village is situated in Shahuwadi Tehsil, within the Kolhapur district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Altur?
The Gram Panchayat of Altur is Altur Correct Name (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Altur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Altur is 1,591, with 778 males and 813 females.
How many households are there in Altur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Altur village has a total of 342 households.
What is the literacy rate in Altur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Altur is 48.27%. The male literacy rate is 57.71%, while the female literacy rate is 39.24%.