# Kaduru

Kaduru, also known as Kadur, is a town in the district and a taluk in Chikmagalur district, in Karnataka. It is located at 13°33′12″N 76°00′41″E﻿ / ﻿13.553345°N 76.011260°E﻿ / 13.553345; 76.011260 in the rain shadow region of western ghats in the Malenadu region. Most of the taluk is dry, unlike much of the district. Kadur is known for areca nut and also coconut production.
It is now, the second largest town in the district and also the former capital of Kadur district (Cuddoor district). The capital was moved to Chikmagalur in 1865, but the district name remained. Later in 1947, the district was renamed as Chikmagalur district.

## History

Inscriptions note that Jains settled in what is present-day Kadur during the reign of the Western Gangas. The region then came under the Hoysala Kingdom and subsequently the Vijayanagara Empire. During this period, the 14th-century, the lands around the hills of Yemmedoddi were conferred upon a dependent named Mada Nayak. When he went hunting one day, he was pursued by an elk (transl. Kadave), which led him to lay the foundation of a fort, called Kad-uru (elk town).
The town, which served as the headquarters of a taluk of the same name, then passed on to the hands of the Nayakas of Keladi. Kadur taluk, along with Yagati, were then taken by the Mysore Kings, who gave it to chief of Tarikere, in return for services rendered by him. However, Hyder Ali annexed the taluk to Mysore. Later, by 1835, Yagati was absorbed into Kadur taluk. In 1876, Kadur and Banavara were formed into one taluk, named after Banavara, which was the chief town. In 1882, Kadur was once again made the headquarters of the taluk, and in 1886, on the formation of the neighbouring Arsikere taluk, Kadur taluk was reconstituted. This time, Sakrepatna and portions of the Banavara taluk were added to it.

## Demographics

As of 2001 India census, Kadur had a population of 35436. Males constitute 51% of the population and females 49%. Kadur has an average literacy rate of 68%, higher than the national average of 59.5%: male literacy is 73%, and female literacy is 63%. In Kadur, 12% of the population is under 6 years of age.

## Geography

Kadur is located in the eastern part of Chikmagalur district, which has a semi-arid climate. Its elevation is around 760 metres above the mean sea level. It has a dry climate with annual rainfall less than 750 millimetres (30 in).
In 2022, Kadur hobli received an annual rainfall of 1,004 millimetres (39.5 in), which was excess by 57%. Meanwhile, both Sakharayapatna and Panchanahalli hoblis received 1,130 millimetres (44 in) of rainfall each; highest in Kadur taluk.
However the whole part of Kadur taluk doesn't belongs to Malenadu region only the western and southwestern regions of Kadur taluk, i.e, Hoblies of Kadur, Birur and Sakharayapatna, belongs to semi Malnad region or (Are malenadu) region, and it has a unique blend of Malnad (hilly) and Bayaluseeme (plains) regions. Though traditionally not considered entirely Malnad, certain parts of Kadur exhibit Malnad characteristics, especially areas with higher elevations and lush greenery.
Kadur lies in the transition zone between the Malnad and Bayaluseeme regions. The western and southwestern parts have hilly terrains, while the eastern regions are more plain. The taluk's landscape includes small hills, farmlands, and patches of forest.

### Roads and Railway

Kadur lies on the old popular "BH Road" which is now a part of National Highway 69 (India)(formerly NH-206). Another major highway passing through Kadur is National Highway 173 (India).
Kadur railway junction lies on Bangalore-Arsikere-Hubli line.
The nearest international airport is KIAL, Bengaluru.

## Colleges in Kadur

* Government Pre-University College, B.H Road, Kadur-577548
* Government First Grade College, B.H Road, Kadur-577548
* Kuvempu university PG Center, Gedlehalli, B.H Road, Kadur-577548

### Training schools in Kadur

* Police Training School, Gedlehalli, B.H Road, Kadur-577548
* Government Tool Room & Training Center, B.H Road, Kadur-577548

## Nearby places

* Ayyanakere Lake: 22 km from Kadur town.
* Madagadakere Lake: 15 km away from Kadur town.
* Hirenalluru : 15 km north east of Kadur, Hirenalluru is known for the Mallikarjuna Temple built in 8th century by Gangas. Later the Hoysala king Ballala II renovated this temple.
* Mullayyanagiri: 67 km west of Kadur, Highest peak in Karnataka With a height of 1,925 metres (6,316 ft).
* Diamond falls: 26 km west of Kadur in Kamenahalli.
* Shri Ranganathaswamy Temple Hogarehalli: 18 km North of Kadur via Birur.
* Shri Someshwara Temple Khandugada halli: 12 km East of Kadur via malleshwara Village.
* Shri Hemagiri Mallikarjuna swamy Temple Hemagiri betta: 16 km south of Kadur NH-206 Bangalore road.