Palur - Sydapuram, Sri Potti Sriramulu Nellore
Palur is a village situated in the Sydapuram mandal of Sri Potti Sriramulu Nellore district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sydapuram and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Nellore. Palur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palur is 592266. The village covers a total geographical area of 1271 hectares and falls under the 524407 pincode. Gudur is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Palur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Palur
As per Census 2011, Palur village has a total population of 1,363 people, consisting of 671 males and 692 females. The village has 382 households and a sex ratio of 1,031 females per 1,000 males. There are 139 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 656 literate and 707 illiterate residents. Additionally, 433 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 237 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Palur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,363 | 671 | 692 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 139 | 70 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 433 | 217 | 216 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 237 | 123 | 114 |
| Literate Population | 656 | 366 | 290 |
| Illiterate Population | 707 | 305 | 402 |
Nearby Villages of Palur
Palur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Pathallapalle | South | 1.32 km |
| Nalabotlapalle | South-West | 1.69 km |
| Mittapalle | North-West | 2.89 km |
| Ananthamadugu | North-East | 2.91 km |
| Lingasamudram | North | 3.04 km |
| Vemulachedu | West | 3.14 km |
| Nindali | South | 3.30 km |
| Vakyam | South-West | 3.46 km |
| Adhvanna Punarayanakattubadi | North-West | 3.84 km |
| N.sangameswaraswamy Khandrika | South-East | 3.97 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Palur
Palur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kondagunta, while the nearest airport is Tirupati Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Gudur to Palur is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nellore to Palur is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Palur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palur 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 Palur
Where is Palur located?
Palur village is located in Sydapuram Mandal, Sri Potti Sriramulu Nellore district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palur?
Palur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Palur?
The pincode of Palur is 524407.
What is the population of Palur?
Palur has a total population of 1,363, including 671 males and 692 females.
How many households are there in Palur?
There are 382 households in Palur.
What is the literacy rate in Palur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palur is 48.13%. Male literacy is 54.55% and female literacy is 41.91%.