Periyanesalur - Veppur, Cuddalore
Periyanesalur is a village situated in the Veppur taluka of Cuddalore district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 30 km from Virudhachalam and around 90 km from Cuddalore. Periyanesalur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Periyanesalur is 637107. The village covers a total geographical area of 1608.08 hectares and falls under the 606304 pincode. Virudhachalam is the nearest town.
Periyanesalur 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 Periyanesalur
As per Census 2011, Periyanesalur village has a total population of 4,272 people, consisting of 2,191 males and 2,081 females. The village has 1,059 households and a sex ratio of 949 females per 1,000 males. There are 462 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,688 literate and 1,584 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,946 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Periyanesalur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,272 | 2,191 | 2,081 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 462 | 253 | 209 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,946 | 980 | 966 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,688 | 1,597 | 1,091 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,584 | 594 | 990 |
Nearby Villages of Periyanesalur
Periyanesalur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kattumayilur R.f. | North-East | 2.51 km |
| Kalathur | North-West | 2.81 km |
| Kanchirankulam | South-West | 3.58 km |
| Sirukarambalur | South-West | 3.84 km |
| Kattumayilur | East | 4.27 km |
| Sirunesalur | South-East | 4.29 km |
| Keelakurichi | North-East | 4.31 km |
| Endal .ja | North-West | 4.37 km |
| Melakurichi | North | 4.38 km |
| Adari | West | 4.55 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Periyanesalur
Periyanesalur 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 69.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Cuddalore to Periyanesalur is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Periyanesalur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Periyanesalur 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Periyanesalur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Periyanesalur 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Periyanesalur
Where is Periyanesalur located?
Periyanesalur village is located in Veppur Taluka, Cuddalore district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Periyanesalur?
Periyanesalur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Periyanesalur?
The pincode of Periyanesalur is 606304.
What is the population of Periyanesalur?
Periyanesalur has a total population of 4,272, including 2,191 males and 2,081 females.
How many households are there in Periyanesalur?
There are 1,059 households in Periyanesalur.
What is the literacy rate in Periyanesalur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Periyanesalur is 62.92%. Male literacy is 72.89% and female literacy is 52.43%.