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 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 Visalur
As per Census 2011, Visalur village has a total population of 1,231 people, consisting of 625 males and 606 females. The village has 291 households and a sex ratio of 969 females per 1,000 males. There are 140 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 803 literate and 428 illiterate residents. Additionally, 853 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Visalur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,231 | 625 | 606 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 140 | 80 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 853 | 426 | 427 |
| 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 has a total population of 1,231, including 625 males and 606 females.
How many households are there in Visalur?
There are 291 households in Visalur.
What is the literacy rate in Visalur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Visalur is 65.23%. Male literacy is 68.80% and female literacy is 61.55%.