Palur - Panruti, Cuddalore
Palur is a village situated in the Panruti taluka of Cuddalore district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Panruti and around 21 km from the district headquarters in Cuddalore. Agaram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Palur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palur is 636546. The village covers a total geographical area of 594.65 hectares and falls under the 607102 pincode. Nellikuppam is the nearest town.
Palur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Panruti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Cuddalore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Palur
As per Census 2011, Palur village has a total population of 4,161 people, consisting of 2,065 males and 2,096 females. The village has 953 households and a sex ratio of 1,015 females per 1,000 males. There are 505 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,558 literate and 1,603 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,711 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Palur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,161 | 2,065 | 2,096 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 505 | 256 | 249 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,711 | 848 | 863 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 2,558 | 1,391 | 1,167 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,603 | 674 | 929 |
Nearby Villages of Palur
Palur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chittarasur | North | 0.48 km |
| Pallavarayanatham | South | 1.62 km |
| Perumalnaickenpalayam | North | 2.11 km |
| Sanniyasipettai | West | 2.63 km |
| Kilakuppam | South-East | 2.84 km |
| Kilarungunam | South-East | 3.40 km |
| Nellikuppam | North-East | 3.97 km |
| Palappattu | South-West | 4.04 km |
| Naduvirappattu | South | 4.41 km |
| Vilangalpattu | South-East | 4.53 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Palur
Palur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Melpattam Bakkam, while the nearest airport is Pondicherry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 22.7 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 Palur is about 21 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palur 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 | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Palur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palur 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Palur
Where is Palur located?
Palur village is located in Panruti Taluka, Cuddalore district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palur?
The Gram Panchayat of Palur is Agaram.
What is the pincode of Palur?
The pincode of Palur is 607102.
What is the population of Palur?
Palur has a total population of 4,161, including 2,065 males and 2,096 females.
How many households are there in Palur?
There are 953 households in Palur.
What is the literacy rate in Palur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palur is 61.48%. Male literacy is 67.36% and female literacy is 55.68%.