Polur - Motu, Malkangiri
Polur is a village situated in the Motu tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 9 km from Podia and around 69 km from Malkangiri . Bapanpalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Polur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Polur is 431099. The village covers a total geographical area of 217 hectares and falls under the 764087 pincode. Malkangiri is the nearest town, located about 82 km away.
Polur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Malkangiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Polur
As per Census 2011, Polur village has a total population of 164 people, consisting of 86 males and 78 females. The village has 35 households and a sex ratio of 906 females per 1,000 males. There are 35 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 23 literate and 141 illiterate residents. Additionally, 164 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Polur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 164 | 86 | 78 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 19 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 164 | 86 | 78 |
| Literate Population | 23 | 16 | 7 |
| Illiterate Population | 141 | 70 | 71 |
Nearby Villages of Polur
Polur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Polur
Polur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Malkangiri to Polur is about 82 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Polur is about 69 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Polur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Polur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Polur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Polur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Polur
Where is Polur located?
Polur village is located in Motu Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Polur?
The Gram Panchayat of Polur is Bapanpalli.
What is the pincode of Polur?
The pincode of Polur is 764087.
What is the population of Polur?
Polur has a total population of 164, including 86 males and 78 females.
How many households are there in Polur?
There are 35 households in Polur.
What is the literacy rate in Polur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Polur is 14.02%. Male literacy is 18.60% and female literacy is 8.97%.