Venkanur Village - Tittakudi, Cuddalore
Venkanur is a village situated in the Tittakudi taluka of Cuddalore district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tittakudi and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Cuddalore. Venganur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Venkanur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Venkanur is 637309. The village covers a total geographical area of 553.11 hectares and falls under the 606303 pincode. Tittakudi is the nearest town.
Venkanur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tittakudi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Cuddalore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Venkanur
As per Census 2011, Venkanur village has a total population of 1,750 people, consisting of 883 males and 867 females. The village has 433 households and a sex ratio of 981 females per 1,000 males. There are 227 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,000 literate and 750 illiterate residents. Additionally, 518 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Venkanur are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,750 | 883 | 867 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 227 | 121 | 106 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 518 | 280 | 238 |
| Literate Population | 1,000 | 570 | 430 |
| Illiterate Population | 750 | 313 | 437 |
Nearby Villages of Venkanur
Venkanur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Endal T. | South-East | 1.60 km |
| Eluthur | West | 1.72 km |
| Adharnatham | North-East | 2.34 km |
| Lakkur | North-West | 3.33 km |
| Korakkai | South-East | 3.80 km |
| Alambadi | East | 3.86 km |
| Arangur | South | 3.96 km |
| Podaiyur Ma. | North | 4.17 km |
| Thathchur | West | 4.21 km |
| Vagaiyur | South | 4.26 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Venkanur
Venkanur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kuttakudi, while the nearest airport is Tiruchirapally Civil Airport Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 62.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Venkanur is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Venkanur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Venkanur 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Venkanur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Venkanur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Venkanur
Where is Venkanur located?
Venkanur village is located in Tittakudi Taluka, Cuddalore district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Venkanur?
The Gram Panchayat of Venkanur is Venganur.
What is the pincode of Venkanur?
The pincode of Venkanur is 606303.
What is the population of Venkanur?
Venkanur has a total population of 1,750, including 883 males and 867 females.
How many households are there in Venkanur?
There are 433 households in Venkanur.
What is the literacy rate in Venkanur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Venkanur is 57.14%. Male literacy is 64.55% and female literacy is 49.60%.