Movur North - Kattumannarkoil, Cuddalore
Movur North is a village situated in the Kattumannarkoil taluka of Cuddalore district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kattumannarkoil and around 76 km from the district headquarters in Cuddalore. Moovur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Movur North village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Movur North is 637035. The village covers a total geographical area of 456.64 hectares and falls under the 608306 pincode. Kattumannarkoil is the nearest town.
Movur North 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 Movur North
As per Census 2011, Movur North village has a total population of 1,976 people, consisting of 1,010 males and 966 females. The village has 479 households and a sex ratio of 956 females per 1,000 males. There are 182 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,428 literate and 548 illiterate residents. Additionally, 659 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Movur North are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,976 | 1,010 | 966 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 182 | 106 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 659 | 342 | 317 |
| Literate Population | 1,428 | 778 | 650 |
| Illiterate Population | 548 | 232 | 316 |
Nearby Villages of Movur North
Movur North 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Alinjamangalam | East | 1.61 km |
| Kuchur | South-West | 1.62 km |
| Periakottagam | North-West | 1.64 km |
| Kuppunkuli Poovilandanallur | North-West | 1.98 km |
| Kanattampuliyur | East | 2.25 km |
| Muttam | South-East | 2.28 km |
| Melradhambur | North-East | 2.39 km |
| Keelakadambur | West | 2.51 km |
| Thondamanatham | East | 2.64 km |
| Omampuliyur | South | 2.65 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Movur North
Movur North is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Anandtandavpur, while the nearest airport is Pondicherry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 64.8 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 Movur North is about 76 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Movur North
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Movur North village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Movur North
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Movur North village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Movur North
Where is Movur North located?
Movur North village is located in Kattumannarkoil Taluka, Cuddalore district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Movur North?
The Gram Panchayat of Movur North is Moovur.
What is the pincode of Movur North?
The pincode of Movur North is 608306.
What is the population of Movur North?
Movur North has a total population of 1,976, including 1,010 males and 966 females.
How many households are there in Movur North?
There are 479 households in Movur North.
What is the literacy rate in Movur North?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Movur North is 72.27%. Male literacy is 77.03% and female literacy is 67.29%.