Attur - Hosur, Krishnagiri
Attur is a village situated in the Hosur taluka of Krishnagiri district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hosur and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Krishnagiri. Baduthepalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Attur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Attur is 643753. The village covers a total geographical area of 342.9 hectares and falls under the 635109 pincode. Hosur is the nearest town.
Attur 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 Attur
According to the 2011 Census, Attur village had a total population of 667 people, including 334 males and 333 females, living in 160 households. The sex ratio was 997 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.29%, with male literacy at 79.07% and female literacy at 63.42%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 172.
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 | 667 | 334 | 333 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 33 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 172 | 92 | 80 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 427 | 238 | 189 |
| Illiterate Population | 240 | 96 | 144 |
Nearby Villages of Attur
Attur 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 Attur
Attur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Krishnagiri to Attur is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Attur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Attur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Attur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Attur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Attur
Where is Attur located?
Attur village is located in Hosur Taluka, Krishnagiri district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Attur?
The Gram Panchayat of Attur is Baduthepalli.
What is the pincode of Attur?
The pincode of Attur is 635109.
What is the population of Attur?
Attur had a total population of 667, including 334 males and 333 females.
How many households are there in Attur?
Attur had 160 households.
What is the literacy rate in Attur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Attur was 71.29%. Male literacy was 79.07% and female literacy was 63.42%.