Elleri East - Kattumannarkoil, Cuddalore
Elleri East is a village situated in the Kattumannarkoil taluka of Cuddalore district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kattumannarkoil and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Cuddalore. Elleri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Elleri East village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Elleri East is 637001. The village covers a total geographical area of 465.71 hectares and falls under the 608303 pincode. Lalpettai is the nearest town.
Elleri East village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kattumannarkoil Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chidambaram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Elleri East
As per Census 2011, Elleri East village has a total population of 4,267 people, consisting of 2,092 males and 2,175 females. The village has 996 households and a sex ratio of 1,039 females per 1,000 males. There are 511 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,192 literate and 1,075 illiterate residents. Additionally, 953 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Elleri East are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,267 | 2,092 | 2,175 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 511 | 252 | 259 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 953 | 475 | 478 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 3,192 | 1,670 | 1,522 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,075 | 422 | 653 |
Nearby Villages of Elleri East
Elleri East 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Thurakozhi | North | 1.42 km |
| Sarvarajanpettai | South-East | 1.67 km |
| Solakkur | North-East | 1.74 km |
| Vadakkukulakudi | South-West | 2.01 km |
| Mannarkulakudi | South-West | 2.34 km |
| Viranatham | East | 2.41 km |
| Thirunaraiyur | South-East | 2.42 km |
| Vilathur Thirupaniyapuram | North-East | 2.48 km |
| Neyvasal | North | 2.51 km |
| Kalikandan | North | 2.77 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Elleri East
Elleri East is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Vallampadugai, while the nearest airport is Pondicherry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 59.0 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 Cuddalore to Elleri East is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Elleri East
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Elleri East 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Elleri East
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Elleri East village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Elleri East
Where is Elleri East located?
Elleri East village is located in Kattumannarkoil Taluka, Cuddalore district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Elleri East?
The Gram Panchayat of Elleri East is Elleri.
What is the pincode of Elleri East?
The pincode of Elleri East is 608303.
What is the population of Elleri East?
Elleri East has a total population of 4,267, including 2,092 males and 2,175 females.
How many households are there in Elleri East?
There are 996 households in Elleri East.
What is the literacy rate in Elleri East?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Elleri East is 74.81%. Male literacy is 79.83% and female literacy is 69.98%.