Village code 606159

Alur Village, Hiriyur Taluk: Map, PIN Code and Population

Alur is a village in Hiriyur Taluk, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Chitradurga district, Karnataka. This page gives the village map, PIN code, population, village code, gram panchayat, public facilities, roads, water, power, land use and nearby village links in one place.

Alur village map in Karnataka
Alur village map image for Hiriyur Taluk, Karnataka.

Village Overview

Alur is a village in Hiriyur Taluk, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Chitradurga district, Karnataka. For Alur, the population is 3,378, PIN code is 577598 and Census village code is 606159. Use this page to understand the basic location, Census village data, public services and nearby villages before checking official records.

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Source year

Census 2011 for population and village code, with public village directory data for facilities

Important note

Map and data are for general information. Verify legal and land records from official sources.

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Quick Facts

Quick facts for Alur village
Village code606159
PIN code577598
Population3,378
Households787
Area738.21 ha / 7.38 sq. km / 1,824 acres
Population density458 people per sq. km
Sex ratio971 females per 1,000 males
Nearest townHiriyur (10 km)
Current stateKarnataka
Census 2011 stateKarnataka
Current districtChitradurga
Census 2011 districtChitradurga

Postal and PIN Code Details

The table below shows post office records linked with PIN code 577598. This helps users verify the postal area for Alur, but it does not prove that every listed post office is located inside the village.

Postal details for Alur village
PIN code577598
Post offices linked with this PINAlur B.O, Hiriyur S.O, Babbur Farm B.O, Dindavara B.O, Doddaghatta B.O, and Gowdanahally B.O
Best matching post officeAlur B.O (Branch office)
Delivery office records12
Postal districtChitradurga
Postal stateKarnataka
Postal divisionChitradurga Division
Postal circleKarnataka Circle
SourceIndia Post Postal Index Number code reference data

Location and Administration

Alur comes under Hosayelanadu gram panchayat and Hiriyur C.D. Block. Its local administrative unit is Hiriyur Taluk, also recorded as a Census sub-district. The taluk headquarters is Hiriyur at 10 km. The Census district headquarters, Chitradurga, is 50 km away.

Administrative details for Alur
Current stateKarnataka
Census 2011 stateKarnataka
Current districtChitradurga
Census 2011 districtChitradurga
State code29
District code566
Taluk / Census sub-district code5508
C.D. Block code76
Block panchayat code76

Population Profile

The population details below are from Census 2011 village records. They help you understand the size of Alur village and its household count.

Total population

3,378 residents in 787 households

Male population

1,714

Female population

1,664

SC/ST population

Scheduled Castes: 960; Scheduled Tribes: 335

SC male/female split

Male: Not reported; Female: Not reported

ST male/female split

Male: Not reported; Female: Not reported

Schools and Education

This section shows school facilities reported in the public village directory. School counts follow Census village directory rules. A composite school may be counted under more than one level, such as primary, middle and secondary. If a school count is not reported, confirm the latest local school details before admission or travel.

Government pre-primary school

Not available in village

Private pre-primary school

Not available in village

Government primary school

Available; count: 2

Private primary school

Not available in village

Middle school

Available; government count: 1

Secondary school

Available; government count: 1

Senior secondary school

Not available in village

Vocational / ITI training

Not available in village

Arts and science degree college

Not available in village

Health Facilities

Health facilities are Census-reported facilities such as CHC, PHC, sub-centre, dispensary, mobile health clinic, ASHA worker and medicine shop. They are not real-time service guarantees. Health records can change over time, so use this list as a starting point and confirm the latest service availability locally.

Health facilities reported for Alur
Primary health sub-centre1
ASHA workerAvailable
Veterinary hospital1

Connectivity and Public Services

An all-weather road means the village approach was reported as usable in fair and foul weather. Pucca, kuchha, WBM and footpath are separate Census road categories. Mobile coverage means the village was treated as having access when mobile service was available to at least some residents under Census reporting practice. These details also show bus, railway, banking, post office and public service availability reported for the village.

Connectivity and public services for Alur
Public bus serviceAvailable
Private bus serviceNot available in village
Railway stationNot available in village
National highwayNot available in village
State highwayNot available in village
Major district roadNot available in village
Black topped roadAvailable
All-weather roadAvailable
Post officeNot available in village
Village PIN code facilityAvailable
Mobile phone coverageAvailable
CSC / internet cafeNot available in village
ATMNot available in village
Commercial bankAvailable
Cooperative bankNot available in village
Agricultural credit societyAvailable
PDS shopAvailable
Mandi / regular marketNot available in village
Weekly haatNot available in village
Self-help groupAvailable
Anganwadi centreAvailable
Assembly polling stationAvailable
Birth and death registration officeAvailable
Daily newspaper supplyAvailable
Sports fieldNot available in village
Public libraryNot available in village
Public reading roomNot available in village

Water, Sanitation and Power

Drinking water sources are Census categories such as treated tap water, untreated tap water, covered or uncovered well, hand pump, tube well, spring, river, canal, tank, pond or lake. Power availability means electricity was reported as available for the stated use. It does not mean uninterrupted electricity or current connection status.

Water, sanitation and power details for Alur
Treated tap waterAvailable
Untreated tap waterNot available in village
Hand pumpAvailable
Tube wells / boreholesAvailable
Closed drainageNot available in village
Open drainageAvailable
Total sanitation campaign coverageNot available in village

Agriculture and Land Use

Land-use area is reported in hectares using Census village directory land-use categories such as net area sown, irrigated area, forest, fallow land and non-agricultural use. This is useful for general village research, farming context and local area study.

Agriculture and land-use records for Alur
Net area sown500.01 hectares
Irrigated area291.87 hectares
Unirrigated area208.14 hectares
Canal irrigated area175.32 hectares
Wells / tube wells irrigated area116.55 hectares
Non-agricultural area132.45 hectares
Current fallow land22.12 hectares
Other fallow land80.33 hectares
Main cropGroundnut
Second cropRagi

Nearby Facility Clues

When a facility is not available inside the village, Census records may give the nearest place or distance range where the facility is available.

Nearest facility clues for Alur
Senior secondary schoolNot available in village; nearest reported place: Hiriyur, within 5 km.
Railway stationNot available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away.
Post officeNot available in village; nearest reported facility is 5-10 km away.
ATMNot available in village; nearest reported facility is 0 km.
Mandi / regular marketNot available in village; nearest reported facility is 5-10 km away.

How to Reach Alur

Hiriyur (10 km) is the nearest statutory town in the available village directory data. Hiriyur is the sub-district headquarters. Use the Google Map above to plan a route. Before travel, check the latest bus, railway and road options from local sources.

Travel and connectivity details for Alur
Nearest major townHiriyur (10 km)
Taluk headquartersHiriyur (10 km)
Public bus serviceAvailable
Railway station in villageNot available in village
All-weather roadAvailable

Source-Year Notes

Data is mainly based on Census 2011 and public village directory records. Current names, boundaries and facilities may have changed. Facility meanings follow District Census Handbook village directory concepts. Local names such as Taluk, district and gram panchayat may differ from current government records.

For simple meanings of Census village directory terms, see the Census 2011 village directory definitions.

Additional Facilities Reported

This compact snapshot summarizes public village facility records for Alur. It helps surface useful facilities without making the page difficult to scan.

Additional facilities reported for Alur
Govt Primary SchoolAvailable; 2
Govt Middle SchoolAvailable; 1
Govt Secondary SchoolAvailable; 1
Primary Health Sub Centre1
Primary Heallth Sub Centre Para Medical Staff Total Strength1
Primary Heallth Sub Centre Para Medical Staff in Position1
Veterinary Hospital1
Veterinary Hospital Para Medical Staff Total Strength1
Veterinary Hospital Para Medical Staff in Position1
Family Welfare Centre1
Family Welfare Centre Para Medical Staff Total Strength1
Family Welfare Centre Para Medical Staff in Position1
Tap Water-TreatedAvailable
Tap Water Treated Functioning All Round the YearAvailable
Tap Water Treated Functioning in Summer Months April SeptemberAvailable
Hand PumpAvailable
Hand Pump Functioning All Round the YearAvailable
Hand Pump Functioning in Summer Months April SeptemberAvailable
Tube Wells/BoreholeAvailable
Tube Wells Borehole Functioning All Round the YearAvailable
Tube Wells Borehole Functioning in Summer Months April SeptemberAvailable
River CanalAvailable
Open DrainageAvailable
Open Pucca Drainage Covered with Tiles SlabsAvailable
Sub Post OfficeAvailable
Post and Telegraph OfficeAvailable
Telephone LandlinesAvailable
Mobile Phone CoverageAvailable
Public Bus ServiceAvailable
Auto Modified AutosAvailable
TractorsAvailable
Carts Drivens by AnimalsAvailable
Other District RoadAvailable
Black Topped (Pucca) RoadAvailable
Gravel Kuchha RoadsAvailable
All Weather RoadAvailable

How to Use Survey Number and Map Details

Use the village code, district, taluk, gram panchayat, PIN code and nearest town details as reference points when searching government land records. For ownership, mutation, survey number, legal boundary and plot-level decisions, check the latest record with the revenue department or official land records portal.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Alur village located?

Alur is located in Hiriyur Taluk, also recorded as a Census sub-district. District: Chitradurga.

Which Taluk is Alur in?

Alur is in Hiriyur Taluk. In Census tables, this level is also called a sub-district.

Which district is Alur in?

District: Chitradurga.

What is the village code of Alur?

The Census village code of Alur is 606159.

What is the PIN code of Alur?

The PIN code reported for Alur is 577598.

What is the population of Alur?

Alur has 3,378 residents in 787 households as per Census 2011.

Which gram panchayat is Alur part of?

Alur comes under Hosayelanadu gram panchayat.

Which is the nearest town to Alur?

The nearest statutory town to Alur is Hiriyur (10 km).

Which crops are grown in Alur?

The main crops reported for Alur are Groundnut and Ragi.

What land-use details are available for Alur?

Land-use details for Alur include net area sown: 500.01 hectares, irrigated area: 291.87 hectares, and unirrigated area: 208.14 hectares.

Is there a government primary school in Alur?

Government primary school status for Alur is available in the village.

Is public bus service available in Alur?

Public bus service is available in the village.

Is mobile phone coverage available in Alur?

Mobile phone coverage is available in the village.

What is the total area of Alur?

The total geographical area of Alur is 738.21 hectares.

How many households are in Alur?

Alur has 787 households as per Census 2011.

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