Valur

Valur is a village located in Shahuwadi tehsil of Kolhapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 11km away from sub-district headquarter Shahuwadi (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Kolhapur. As per 2009 stats, Valur village is also a gram panchayat.

Valur 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 Valur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Valur is 567035. The village spans a total geographical area of 575.08 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 415101. Malkapur is nearest town to Valur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.

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Population of Valur

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,559 721 838
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 241 106 135
Scheduled Castes (SC) 115 58 57
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 925 483 442
Illiterate Population 634 238 396

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

  • The total population of Valur village is around 1,559, including approximately 721 males and 838 females, with a sex ratio of 1162 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 241 children aged 0–6 years in Valur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Valur village has 115 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Valur village is about 59.33%, with male literacy at 66.99% and female literacy at 52.74%.
  • There are around 292 households in Valur village.

Connectivity of Valur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Valur. As per the 2011 stats, Valur 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 Valur

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Valur

Where is Valur located?
Valur village is situated in Shahuwadi Tehsil, within the Kolhapur district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Valur?
Valur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Valur?
The pincode of Valur is 415101, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Valur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Valur is 1,559, with 721 males and 838 females.
How many households are there in Valur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Valur village has a total of 292 households.
What is the literacy rate in Valur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Valur is 59.33%. The male literacy rate is 66.99%, while the female literacy rate is 52.74%.