A. Marur Village - 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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, A. Marur village has a total population of 1,287 people, consisting of 656 males and 631 females. The village has 308 households and a sex ratio of 961 females per 1,000 males. There are 154 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 727 literate and 560 illiterate residents. Additionally, 756 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for A. Marur are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,287 | 656 | 631 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 154 | 82 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 756 | 379 | 377 |
| 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 has a total population of 1,287, including 656 males and 631 females.
How many households are there in A. Marur?
There are 308 households in A. Marur.
What is the literacy rate in A. Marur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of A. Marur is 56.49%. Male literacy is 66.16% and female literacy is 46.43%.