A. Marur - Veppur, Cuddalore
A. Marur is a village situated in the Veppur taluka of Cuddalore district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 40 km from Virudhachalam and around 100 km from Cuddalore. A.marur serves as the Gram Panchayat for A. Marur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of A. Marur is 637065. The village covers a total geographical area of 391.7 hectares and falls under the 606203 pincode. Kalakurichi is the nearest town.
A. Marur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vriddhachalam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Cuddalore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of A. Marur
According to the 2011 Census, A. Marur village had a total population of 1,287 people, including 656 males and 631 females, living in 308 households. The sex ratio was 962 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.17%, with male literacy at 75.61% and female literacy at 52.42%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 756.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,287 | 656 | 631 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 154 | 82 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 756 | 379 | 377 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 727 | 434 | 293 |
| Illiterate Population | 560 | 222 | 338 |
Nearby Villages of A. Marur
A. Marur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Setuvarayankuppam | West | 1.44 km |
| Varanjaram R.f | North-West | 2.07 km |
| Maligaimedu | South | 2.22 km |
| Kothanur (pandavanpattu) | South-East | 2.75 km |
| Konagarayapalaiyam | North | 2.89 km |
| Varanjaram | North-West | 2.96 km |
| Melakurichi | South | 3.53 km |
| Udaiyanachi | North-East | 3.69 km |
| Asakalathur | South-West | 3.86 km |
| Eyyanur | West | 4.03 km |
Transport and Connectivity of A. Marur
A. Marur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kuttakudi, while the nearest airport is Pondicherry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 66.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 A. Marur is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in A. Marur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for A. Marur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in A. Marur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving A. Marur 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 A. Marur
Where is A. Marur located?
A. Marur village is located in Veppur Taluka, Cuddalore district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of A. Marur?
The Gram Panchayat of A. Marur is A.marur.
What is the pincode of A. Marur?
The pincode of A. Marur is 606203.
What is the population of A. Marur?
A. Marur had a total population of 1,287, including 656 males and 631 females.
How many households are there in A. Marur?
A. Marur had 308 households.
What is the literacy rate in A. Marur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of A. Marur was 64.17%. Male literacy was 75.61% and female literacy was 52.42%.