Rayanallur - Kattumannarkoil, Cuddalore
Rayanallur is a village situated in the Kattumannarkoil taluka of Cuddalore district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kattumannarkoil and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Cuddalore. Kollumedu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rayanallur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rayanallur is 636955. The village covers a total geographical area of 237.46 hectares and falls under the 608303 pincode. Kattumannarkoil is the nearest town.
Rayanallur 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 Rayanallur
As per Census 2011, Rayanallur village has a total population of 3,600 people, consisting of 1,721 males and 1,879 females. The village has 784 households and a sex ratio of 1,091 females per 1,000 males. There are 451 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,436 literate and 1,164 illiterate residents. Additionally, 701 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rayanallur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,600 | 1,721 | 1,879 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 451 | 233 | 218 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 701 | 337 | 364 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 2,436 | 1,233 | 1,203 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,164 | 488 | 676 |
Nearby Villages of Rayanallur
Rayanallur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Vannianallur | North-East | 1.45 km |
| Nagar | South-West | 2.00 km |
| Vilambattu | South-East | 2.06 km |
| Nagalpakkam | North-West | 2.10 km |
| Pantodu | West | 3.37 km |
| Andarkuppam | North-East | 3.46 km |
| Nallur | West | 4.00 km |
| Illedu | North-East | 4.11 km |
| Vaidapakkam | South-West | 4.73 km |
| Siruvadi | South | 4.81 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Rayanallur
Rayanallur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Karasangal, while the nearest airport is Pondicherry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 24.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Cuddalore to Rayanallur is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rayanallur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rayanallur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Rayanallur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rayanallur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Rayanallur
Where is Rayanallur located?
Rayanallur village is located in Kattumannarkoil Taluka, Cuddalore district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rayanallur?
The Gram Panchayat of Rayanallur is Kollumedu.
What is the pincode of Rayanallur?
The pincode of Rayanallur is 608303.
What is the population of Rayanallur?
Rayanallur has a total population of 3,600, including 1,721 males and 1,879 females.
How many households are there in Rayanallur?
There are 784 households in Rayanallur.
What is the literacy rate in Rayanallur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rayanallur is 67.67%. Male literacy is 71.64% and female literacy is 64.02%.