Erumbur - Bhuvanagiri, Cuddalore
Erumbur is a village situated in the Bhuvanagiri taluka of Cuddalore district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 20 km from Chidambaram and around 30 km from Cuddalore. Erumbur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Erumbur is 636770. The village covers a total geographical area of 500.34 hectares and falls under the 608704 pincode. Sethiathoppu is the nearest town.
Erumbur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhuvanagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chidambaram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Erumbur
As per Census 2011, Erumbur village has a total population of 3,738 people, consisting of 1,838 males and 1,900 females. The village has 967 households and a sex ratio of 1,033 females per 1,000 males. There are 367 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,594 literate and 1,144 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,489 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 29 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Erumbur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,738 | 1,838 | 1,900 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 367 | 183 | 184 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,489 | 741 | 748 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 29 | 12 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 2,594 | 1,432 | 1,162 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,144 | 406 | 738 |
Nearby Villages of Erumbur
Erumbur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chinna Nerkunam | South-West | 1.56 km |
| Anaivari | South-East | 1.64 km |
| Turinjikollai | North | 2.72 km |
| Periya Nerkunam | South-West | 3.06 km |
| Valayamadevi Kilpathi | North-West | 3.51 km |
| Valayamadevi (melpathi) | North-West | 3.91 km |
| Kumarakudi | South | 4.04 km |
| Miralur | East | 4.06 km |
| Pinnalur | North-East | 4.32 km |
| Tharmanallur | West | 4.42 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Erumbur
Erumbur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Neyveli, while the nearest airport is Pondicherry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 48.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Cuddalore to Erumbur 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 Erumbur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Erumbur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Erumbur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Erumbur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Erumbur
Where is Erumbur located?
Erumbur village is located in Bhuvanagiri Taluka, Cuddalore district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Erumbur?
Erumbur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Erumbur?
The pincode of Erumbur is 608704.
What is the population of Erumbur?
Erumbur has a total population of 3,738, including 1,838 males and 1,900 females.
How many households are there in Erumbur?
There are 967 households in Erumbur.
What is the literacy rate in Erumbur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Erumbur is 69.40%. Male literacy is 77.91% and female literacy is 61.16%.