Paravalur - Virudhachalam, Cuddalore
Paravalur is a village situated in the Virudhachalam taluka of Cuddalore district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Virudhachalam and around 69 km from the district headquarters in Cuddalore. Paravalur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paravalur is 637140. The village covers a total geographical area of 680.03 hectares and falls under the 606003 pincode. Virudhachalam is the nearest town.
Paravalur 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 Paravalur
As per Census 2011, Paravalur village has a total population of 4,054 people, consisting of 2,045 males and 2,009 females. The village has 1,017 households and a sex ratio of 982 females per 1,000 males. There are 469 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,410 literate and 1,644 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,406 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 228 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Paravalur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,054 | 2,045 | 2,009 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 469 | 256 | 213 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,406 | 725 | 681 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 228 | 113 | 115 |
| Literate Population | 2,410 | 1,374 | 1,036 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,644 | 671 | 973 |
Nearby Villages of Paravalur
Paravalur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Thoravalur | South-West | 1.94 km |
| Kachchiperumanatham | North-West | 2.51 km |
| Erumanur | North-East | 2.95 km |
| Chinnaparur | North-West | 3.02 km |
| Kodukkur | South | 3.28 km |
| Manavalanallur | South-East | 3.33 km |
| Vilangattur | West | 3.65 km |
| Padukalanatham | South-West | 4.04 km |
| Sathiyam | West | 4.10 km |
| Mukundanallur | South | 4.29 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Paravalur
Paravalur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Mukhasa Parur, while the nearest airport is Pondicherry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 58.0 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Cuddalore to Paravalur is about 69 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Paravalur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paravalur 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 Paravalur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paravalur 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 Paravalur
Where is Paravalur located?
Paravalur village is located in Virudhachalam Taluka, Cuddalore district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paravalur?
Paravalur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Paravalur?
The pincode of Paravalur is 606003.
What is the population of Paravalur?
Paravalur has a total population of 4,054, including 2,045 males and 2,009 females.
How many households are there in Paravalur?
There are 1,017 households in Paravalur.
What is the literacy rate in Paravalur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paravalur is 59.45%. Male literacy is 67.19% and female literacy is 51.57%.