Edayar - Udayarpalayam, Ariyalur
Edayar is a village situated in the Udayarpalayam taluka of Ariyalur district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jayankondam and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Ariyalur. Edaiyar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Edayar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Edayar is 636381. The village covers a total geographical area of 905.18 hectares and falls under the 621804 pincode. Udayarpalayam is the nearest town.
Edayar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jayankondam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chidambaram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Edayar
As per Census 2011, Edayar village has a total population of 3,287 people, consisting of 1,646 males and 1,641 females. The village has 849 households and a sex ratio of 996 females per 1,000 males. There are 372 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,879 literate and 1,408 illiterate residents. Additionally, 708 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Edayar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,287 | 1,646 | 1,641 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 372 | 185 | 187 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 708 | 358 | 350 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,879 | 1,059 | 820 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,408 | 587 | 821 |
Nearby Villages of Edayar
Edayar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sooriyamanal R.f | North | 2.86 km |
| Sooriyamanal | North | 2.87 km |
| Vanathirayampattinam | South-East | 3.08 km |
| Pilichikuzihi | South | 3.44 km |
| Udayarpalayam (east) | West | 3.71 km |
| Angarayanallur (east) | East | 4.02 km |
| T.sholankurichi (south) | South | 5.31 km |
| Elaiyur (east) | North | 5.78 km |
| Udayarpalayam R.f | West | 6.20 km |
| Anaikudam | South-East | 6.65 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Edayar
Edayar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sendurai, while the nearest airport is Tiruchirapally Civil Airport Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 61.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ariyalur to Edayar is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Edayar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Edayar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Edayar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Edayar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Edayar
Where is Edayar located?
Edayar village is located in Udayarpalayam Taluka, Ariyalur district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Edayar?
The Gram Panchayat of Edayar is Edaiyar.
What is the pincode of Edayar?
The pincode of Edayar is 621804.
What is the population of Edayar?
Edayar has a total population of 3,287, including 1,646 males and 1,641 females.
How many households are there in Edayar?
There are 849 households in Edayar.
What is the literacy rate in Edayar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Edayar is 57.16%. Male literacy is 64.34% and female literacy is 49.97%.