La-Gudalur - Vanapuram, Kallakurichi
La-Gudalur is a village situated in the Vanapuram taluka of Kallakurichi district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 26 km from Sankarapuram and around 90 km from Viluppuram. La. Gudalore serves as the Gram Panchayat for La-Gudalur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of La-Gudalur is 633320. The village covers a total geographical area of 867.77 hectares and falls under the 606205 pincode. Sankarapuram is the nearest town.
La-Gudalur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rishivandiyam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kallakurichi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of La-Gudalur
As per Census 2011, La-Gudalur village has a total population of 5,590 people, consisting of 2,840 males and 2,750 females. The village has 1,156 households and a sex ratio of 968 females per 1,000 males. There are 746 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,705 literate and 2,885 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,705 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for La-Gudalur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,590 | 2,840 | 2,750 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 746 | 379 | 367 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,705 | 859 | 846 |
| Literate Population | 2,705 | 1,599 | 1,106 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,885 | 1,241 | 1,644 |
Nearby Villages of La-Gudalur
La-Gudalur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Komalur | East | 2.29 km |
| Aviriyur | West | 2.71 km |
| Ponniyandal | North-East | 2.97 km |
| Kilpadi | South | 3.24 km |
| Thathanur | South-East | 3.73 km |
| Noorolai | South-West | 3.86 km |
| Panapadi | East | 3.92 km |
| Po.meyyur | North-East | 4.18 km |
| Porppalampattu | West | 4.30 km |
| Pasar | South | 4.35 km |
Transport and Connectivity of La-Gudalur
La-Gudalur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Tirukoilur, while the nearest airport is Pondicherry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 62.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Viluppuram to La-Gudalur 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 La-Gudalur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for La-Gudalur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in La-Gudalur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving La-Gudalur 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about La-Gudalur
Where is La-Gudalur located?
La-Gudalur village is located in Vanapuram Taluka, Kallakurichi district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of La-Gudalur?
The Gram Panchayat of La-Gudalur is La. Gudalore.
What is the pincode of La-Gudalur?
The pincode of La-Gudalur is 606205.
What is the population of La-Gudalur?
La-Gudalur has a total population of 5,590, including 2,840 males and 2,750 females.
How many households are there in La-Gudalur?
There are 1,156 households in La-Gudalur.
What is the literacy rate in La-Gudalur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of La-Gudalur is 48.39%. Male literacy is 56.30% and female literacy is 40.22%.