Mohur - Sankarapuram, Kallakurichi
Mohur is a village situated in the Sankarapuram taluka of Kallakurichi district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 18 km from Sankarapuram and around 75 km from Viluppuram. Mohur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mohur is 633399. The village covers a total geographical area of 563.01 hectares and falls under the 606213 pincode. Kallakuirchi is the nearest town.
Mohur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sankarapuram Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kallakurichi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mohur
As per Census 2011, Mohur village has a total population of 2,567 people, consisting of 1,289 males and 1,278 females. The village has 595 households and a sex ratio of 991 females per 1,000 males. There are 321 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,571 literate and 996 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,910 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mohur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,567 | 1,289 | 1,278 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 321 | 179 | 142 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,910 | 956 | 954 |
| Literate Population | 1,571 | 931 | 640 |
| Illiterate Population | 996 | 358 | 638 |
Nearby Villages of Mohur
Mohur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Mohur
Mohur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Viluppuram to Mohur 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 Mohur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mohur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mohur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mohur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Mohur
Where is Mohur located?
Mohur village is located in Sankarapuram Taluka, Kallakurichi district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mohur?
Mohur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mohur?
The pincode of Mohur is 606213.
What is the population of Mohur?
Mohur has a total population of 2,567, including 1,289 males and 1,278 females.
How many households are there in Mohur?
There are 595 households in Mohur.
What is the literacy rate in Mohur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mohur is 61.20%. Male literacy is 72.23% and female literacy is 50.08%.