Porulur - Oddanchatram, Dindigul
Porulur is a village situated in the Oddanchatram taluka of Dindigul district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Oddanchatram and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Dindigul. Porulur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Porulur is 635190. The village covers a total geographical area of 2378.55 hectares and falls under the 624616 pincode. Oddanchatram is the nearest town.
Porulur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Oddanchatram Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dindigul Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Porulur
According to the 2011 Census, Porulur village had a total population of 4,302 people, including 2,174 males and 2,128 females, living in 1,316 households. The sex ratio was 979 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.56%, with male literacy at 83.02% and female literacy at 61.84%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,073.
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 | 4,302 | 2,174 | 2,128 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 300 | 148 | 152 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,073 | 519 | 554 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,904 | 1,682 | 1,222 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,398 | 492 | 906 |
Nearby Villages of Porulur
Porulur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Palappampatti | North | 3.79 km |
| Appipalayam | North-West | 3.92 km |
| Poosaripatti | North | 4.64 km |
| Kothayam | South | 4.68 km |
| Mettupatti | West | 5.11 km |
| Kallimandayam | East | 5.83 km |
| Appayampatti | North-East | 6.42 km |
| Pungamuthur | West | 6.74 km |
| Paruthiyur | North | 6.95 km |
| Appanuthu | North-West | 7.07 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Porulur
Porulur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Chatrappatti, while the nearest airport is Coimbatore International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 59.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Dindigul to Porulur is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Porulur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Porulur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Porulur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Porulur 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) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Porulur
Where is Porulur located?
Porulur village is located in Oddanchatram Taluka, Dindigul district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Porulur?
Porulur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Porulur?
The pincode of Porulur is 624616.
What is the population of Porulur?
Porulur had a total population of 4,302, including 2,174 males and 2,128 females.
How many households are there in Porulur?
Porulur had 1,316 households.
What is the literacy rate in Porulur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Porulur was 72.56%. Male literacy was 83.02% and female literacy was 61.84%.