Visalur - Virudhachalam, Cuddalore
Visalur is a village situated in the Virudhachalam taluka of Cuddalore district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Virudhachalam and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Cuddalore. Visaloor serves as the Gram Panchayat for Visalur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Visalur is 637076. The village covers a total geographical area of 206.93 hectares and falls under the 606104 pincode. Mangalampettai is the nearest town.
Visalur 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 Visalur
According to the 2011 Census, Visalur village had a total population of 1,231 people, including 625 males and 606 females, living in 291 households. The sex ratio was 970 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.60%, with male literacy at 78.90% and female literacy at 68.32%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 853.
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 | 1,231 | 625 | 606 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 140 | 80 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 853 | 426 | 427 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 803 | 430 | 373 |
| Illiterate Population | 428 | 195 | 233 |
Nearby Villages of Visalur
Visalur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Karnatham | South-East | 1.39 km |
| Pullur | North-East | 2.11 km |
| Kattuparur | South | 2.15 km |
| Pali | West | 2.51 km |
| A.sathanur | North-West | 3.29 km |
| Kattunemili | North-East | 3.40 km |
| Arasampoondi | East | 3.60 km |
| Kovilanur | East | 3.69 km |
| Agaram | South-East | 3.95 km |
| Siruvambur | South-West | 4.12 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Visalur
Public transport in the Visalur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Meppuliyur, while the nearest airport is Pondicherry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 53.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Visalur is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Visalur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Visalur 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Visalur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Visalur 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Visalur
Where is Visalur located?
Visalur village is located in Virudhachalam Taluka, Cuddalore district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Visalur?
The Gram Panchayat of Visalur is Visaloor.
What is the pincode of Visalur?
The pincode of Visalur is 606104.
What is the population of Visalur?
Visalur had a total population of 1,231, including 625 males and 606 females.
How many households are there in Visalur?
Visalur had 291 households.
What is the literacy rate in Visalur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Visalur was 73.60%. Male literacy was 78.90% and female literacy was 68.32%.