Alur - Raikal, Jagitial
Alur is a village situated in the Raikal mandal of Jagitial district, Telangana. It is located approximately 4 km from Raikal and around 70 km from Karimnagar. Alur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Alur is 571653. The village covers a total geographical area of 1772 hectares and falls under the 505460 pincode. Jagtial is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Alur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Alur
As per Census 2011, Alur village has a total population of 2,104 people, consisting of 1,031 males and 1,073 females. The village has 543 households and a sex ratio of 1,040 females per 1,000 males. There are 215 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,008 literate and 1,096 illiterate residents. Additionally, 231 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 203 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Alur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,104 | 1,031 | 1,073 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 215 | 112 | 103 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 231 | 121 | 110 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 203 | 96 | 107 |
| Literate Population | 1,008 | 598 | 410 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,096 | 433 | 663 |
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
Alur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jagtial to Alur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Karimnagar to Alur is about 70 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 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 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Alur
Where is Alur located?
Alur village is located in Raikal Mandal, Jagitial district, Telangana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Alur?
Alur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Alur?
The pincode of Alur is 505460.
What is the population of Alur?
Alur has a total population of 2,104, including 1,031 males and 1,073 females.
How many households are there in Alur?
There are 543 households in Alur.
What is the literacy rate in Alur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Alur is 47.91%. Male literacy is 58.00% and female literacy is 38.21%.