Nallur - Veppur, Cuddalore
Nallur is a village situated in the Veppur taluka of Cuddalore district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 20 km from Virudhachalam and around 80 km from Cuddalore. Nallur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nallur is 637101. The village covers a total geographical area of 448.45 hectares and falls under the 606302 pincode. Mangalampettai is the nearest town.
Nallur 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 Nallur
As per Census 2011, Nallur village has a total population of 3,832 people, consisting of 1,931 males and 1,901 females. The village has 913 households and a sex ratio of 984 females per 1,000 males. There are 405 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,711 literate and 1,121 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,253 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nallur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,832 | 1,931 | 1,901 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 405 | 222 | 183 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,253 | 634 | 619 |
| Literate Population | 2,711 | 1,521 | 1,190 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,121 | 410 | 711 |
Nearby Villages of Nallur
Nallur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Vannathur | East | 1.30 km |
| Nagar | West | 1.86 km |
| Memathur | East | 3.05 km |
| Chittur | South-East | 3.17 km |
| Aivadugudi | North-West | 3.54 km |
| Kokothanur | South | 3.90 km |
| Kachakudi | North | 3.99 km |
| Pinjanur | North-East | 4.24 km |
| Tiruppayur | South-West | 4.28 km |
| Sathiyam | South-East | 4.68 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nallur
Nallur 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 Pondicherry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 61.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Cuddalore to Nallur is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nallur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nallur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Nallur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nallur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Nallur
Where is Nallur located?
Nallur village is located in Veppur Taluka, Cuddalore district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nallur?
Nallur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nallur?
The pincode of Nallur is 606302.
What is the population of Nallur?
Nallur has a total population of 3,832, including 1,931 males and 1,901 females.
How many households are there in Nallur?
There are 913 households in Nallur.
What is the literacy rate in Nallur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nallur is 70.75%. Male literacy is 78.77% and female literacy is 62.60%.