Alur - Hosur, Krishnagiri
Alur is a village situated in the Hosur taluka of Krishnagiri district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hosur and around 77 km from the district headquarters in Krishnagiri. Baliganapalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Alur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Alur is 643712. The village covers a total geographical area of 172.06 hectares and falls under the 635103 pincode. Hosur is the nearest town.
Alur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hosur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Krishnagiri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Alur
As per Census 2011, Alur village has a total population of 404 people, consisting of 205 males and 199 females. The village has 83 households and a sex ratio of 970 females per 1,000 males. There are 31 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 305 literate and 99 illiterate residents. Additionally, 258 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Alur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 404 | 205 | 199 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 15 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 258 | 132 | 126 |
| Literate Population | 305 | 152 | 153 |
| Illiterate Population | 99 | 53 | 46 |
Nearby Villages of Alur
Alur 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 Alur
Public transport in the Alur is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Krishnagiri to Alur is about 77 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 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 | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 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 Alur
Where is Alur located?
Alur village is located in Hosur Taluka, Krishnagiri district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Alur?
The Gram Panchayat of Alur is Baliganapalli.
What is the pincode of Alur?
The pincode of Alur is 635103.
What is the population of Alur?
Alur has a total population of 404, including 205 males and 199 females.
How many households are there in Alur?
There are 83 households in Alur.
What is the literacy rate in Alur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Alur is 75.50%. Male literacy is 74.15% and female literacy is 76.88%.