Nallur - Sathyamangalam, Erode
Nallur is a village situated in the Sathyamangalam taluka of Erode district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sathyamangalam and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Erode. Nallur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nallur is 634826. The village covers a total geographical area of 886.59 hectares and falls under the 638459 pincode. Punjai Puliyampatti is the nearest town.
Nallur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhavanisagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nilgiris Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nallur
As per Census 2011, Nallur village has a total population of 8,714 people, consisting of 4,393 males and 4,321 females. The village has 2,586 households and a sex ratio of 983 females per 1,000 males. There are 812 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,743 literate and 2,971 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,738 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nallur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,714 | 4,393 | 4,321 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 812 | 409 | 403 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,738 | 883 | 855 |
| Literate Population | 5,743 | 3,221 | 2,522 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,971 | 1,172 | 1,799 |
Nearby Villages of Nallur
Nallur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sellapampalayam | East | 1.82 km |
| Thatchaperumapalayam | North-East | 2.77 km |
| Marayeepalayam | West | 3.04 km |
| Madampalayam | South-West | 3.30 km |
| Pungampalli | North-East | 3.43 km |
| Karapadi | South-East | 3.54 km |
| Sunkakaranpalayam | North | 3.55 km |
| Panayampalli | North-West | 3.86 km |
| Punjaipuliampatti | South | 4.15 km |
| Kurumbapalayam | North | 5.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nallur
Nallur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Mettupalayam, while the nearest airport is Coimbatore International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 30.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Erode to Nallur 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 Nallur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nallur 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Nallur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nallur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Nallur
Where is Nallur located?
Nallur village is located in Sathyamangalam Taluka, Erode district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nallur?
Nallur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nallur?
The pincode of Nallur is 638459.
What is the population of Nallur?
Nallur has a total population of 8,714, including 4,393 males and 4,321 females.
How many households are there in Nallur?
There are 2,586 households in Nallur.
What is the literacy rate in Nallur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nallur is 65.91%. Male literacy is 73.32% and female literacy is 58.37%.