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Village code 617961
Herur Village, Somvarpet Taluk: Map, PIN Code and Population
Herur is a village in Somvarpet Taluk, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Kodagu 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.
Data last reviewed: 28 April 2026. Data is mainly based on Census 2011 and public village directory records. Current names, boundaries and facilities may have changed.
Village Overview
Herur is a village in Somvarpet Taluk, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Kodagu district, Karnataka. For Herur, the population is 912, PIN code is 571234 and Census village code is 617961. Use this page to understand the basic location, Census village data, public services and nearby villages before checking official records.
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.
Google Map of Herur Village
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Quick Facts
| Village code | 617961 |
|---|---|
| PIN code | 571234 |
| Population | 912 |
| Households | 234 |
| Area | 1,287.01 ha / 12.87 sq. km / 3,180 acres |
| Population density | 71 people per sq. km |
| Sex ratio | 1082 females per 1,000 males |
| Nearest town | Kushalnagar (8 km) |
| Current state | Karnataka |
| Census 2011 state | Karnataka |
| Current district | Kodagu |
| Census 2011 district | Kodagu |
Postal and PIN Code Details
The table below shows post office records linked with PIN code 571234. This helps users verify the postal area for Herur, but it does not prove that every listed post office is located inside the village.
| PIN code | 571234 |
|---|---|
| Post offices linked with this PIN | Herur B.O, Kushalnagar S.O, Baichanahally B.O, Basavanahally B.O, Guddehosur B.O, and Harangi Project B.O |
| Best matching post office | Herur B.O (Branch office) |
| Delivery office records | 9 |
| Postal district | Kodagu |
| Postal state | Karnataka |
| Postal division | Kodagu Division |
| Postal circle | Karnataka Circle |
| Source | India Post Postal Index Number code reference data |
Location and Administration
Herur comes under Nakur Sirangala gram panchayat and Somvarpet C.D. Block. Its local administrative unit is Somvarpet Taluk, also recorded as a Census sub-district. The taluk headquarters is Somwarpet at 35 km. The Census district headquarters, Madikeri, is 27 km away.
| Current state | Karnataka |
|---|---|
| Census 2011 state | Karnataka |
| Current district | Kodagu |
| Census 2011 district | Kodagu |
| State code | 29 |
| District code | 576 |
| Taluk / Census sub-district code | 5567 |
| C.D. Block code | 135 |
| Block panchayat code | 135 |
Population Profile
The population details below are from Census 2011 village records. They help you understand the size of Herur village and its household count.
Total population
912 residents in 234 households
Male population
438
Female population
474
SC/ST population
Scheduled Castes: 78; Scheduled Tribes: 244
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
Not available in village
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.
| ASHA worker | Available |
|---|
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.
| Public bus service | Available |
|---|---|
| Private bus service | Available |
| Railway station | Not available in village |
| National highway | Not available in village |
| State highway | Available |
| Major district road | Available |
| Black topped road | Available |
| All-weather road | Available |
| Post office | Not available in village |
| Village PIN code facility | Available |
| Mobile phone coverage | Not available in village |
| CSC / internet cafe | Not available in village |
| ATM | Not available in village |
| Commercial bank | Not available in village |
| Cooperative bank | Not available in village |
| Agricultural credit society | Not available in village |
| PDS shop | Not available in village |
| Mandi / regular market | Not available in village |
| Weekly haat | Not available in village |
| Self-help group | Available |
| Anganwadi centre | Available |
| Assembly polling station | Available |
| Birth and death registration office | Available |
| Daily newspaper supply | Available |
| Sports field | Available |
| Public library | Not available in village |
| Public reading room | Not 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.
| Treated tap water | Not available in village |
|---|---|
| Untreated tap water | Available |
| Hand pump | Available |
| Tube wells / boreholes | Available |
| Closed drainage | Not available in village |
| Open drainage | Not available in village |
| Total sanitation campaign coverage | Available |
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.
| Net area sown | 333.56 hectares |
|---|---|
| Unirrigated area | 333.56 hectares |
| Non-agricultural area | 183.40 hectares |
| Current fallow land | 10.12 hectares |
| Other fallow land | 636.12 hectares |
| Main crop | Coffee |
| Second crop | Paddy |
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.
| Secondary school | Not available in village; nearest reported place: Kushalnagar, more than 10 km away. |
|---|---|
| Senior secondary school | Not available in village; nearest reported place: Kushalnagar, more than 10 km away. |
| Railway station | Not available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away. |
| Post office | Not available in village; nearest reported facility is 5-10 km away. |
| Commercial bank | Not available in village; nearest reported facility is 5-10 km away. |
| ATM | Not available in village; nearest reported facility is 0 km. |
| Mandi / regular market | Not available in village; nearest reported facility is 5-10 km away. |
How to Reach Herur
Kushalnagar (8 km) is the nearest statutory town in the available village directory data. Somwarpet 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.
| Nearest major town | Kushalnagar (8 km) |
|---|---|
| Taluk headquarters | Somwarpet (35 km) |
| Public bus service | Available |
| Railway station in village | Not available in village |
| All-weather road | Available |
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.
Official Records and Useful Links
Use these official links to verify current government information. Village Maps shows Census 2011 and public directory data for general reference.
- Karnataka government website Official state/UT portal
- Kodagu district administration Official district portal
- Bhoomi land records Verify land records officially
- Census India Village code 617961
- India Post PIN code search 571234
Additional Facilities Reported
This compact snapshot summarizes public village facility records for Herur. It helps surface useful facilities without making the page difficult to scan.
| Govt Primary School | Available; 2 |
|---|---|
| Govt Middle School | Available; 1 |
| Tap Water Untreated | Available |
| Covered Well | Available |
| Covered Well Functioning All Round the Year | Available |
| Covered Well Functioning in Summer Months April September | Available |
| Hand Pump | Available |
| Hand Pump Functioning All Round the Year | Available |
| Hand Pump Functioning in Summer Months April September | Available |
| Tube Wells/Borehole | Available |
| Tube Wells Borehole Functioning All Round the Year | Available |
| Tube Wells Borehole Functioning in Summer Months April September | Available |
| Is the Area Covered Under Total Sanitation Campaign TSC | Available |
| Sub Post Office | Available |
| Telephone Landlines | Available |
| Public Call Office Mobile PCO | Available |
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available |
| Auto Modified Autos | Available |
| Taxi | Available |
| Vans | Available |
| Tractors | Available |
| Other District Road | Available |
| Black Topped (Pucca) Road | Available |
| Gravel Kuchha Roads | Available |
| Water Bounded Macadam | Available |
| All Weather Road | Available |
| Foothpath | Available |
| Self Help Group SHG | Available |
| Nutritional Centres ICDS | Available |
| Nutritional Centres Anganwadi Centre | Available |
| ASHA | Available |
| Sports Field | Available |
| Daily Newspaper Supply | Available |
| Assembly Polling Station | Available |
| Birth and Death Registration Office | Available |
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 Herur village located?
Herur is located in Somvarpet Taluk, also recorded as a Census sub-district. District: Kodagu.
Which Taluk is Herur in?
Herur is in Somvarpet Taluk. In Census tables, this level is also called a sub-district.
Which district is Herur in?
District: Kodagu.
What is the village code of Herur?
The Census village code of Herur is 617961.
What is the PIN code of Herur?
The PIN code reported for Herur is 571234.
What is the population of Herur?
Herur has 912 residents in 234 households as per Census 2011.
Which gram panchayat is Herur part of?
Herur comes under Nakur Sirangala gram panchayat.
Which is the nearest town to Herur?
The nearest statutory town to Herur is Kushalnagar (8 km).
Which crops are grown in Herur?
The main crops reported for Herur are Coffee and Paddy.
What land-use details are available for Herur?
Land-use details for Herur include net area sown: 333.56 hectares and unirrigated area: 333.56 hectares.
Is there a government primary school in Herur?
Government primary school status for Herur is available in the village.
Is public bus service available in Herur?
Public bus service is available in the village.
Is mobile phone coverage available in Herur?
Mobile phone coverage is not available in village.
What is the total area of Herur?
The total geographical area of Herur is 1,287.01 hectares.
How many households are in Herur?
Herur has 234 households as per Census 2011.
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