Palayasiruvangur - Vanapuram, Kallakurichi
Palayasiruvangur is a village situated in the Vanapuram taluka of Kallakurichi district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 16 km from Sankarapuram and around 75 km from Viluppuram. Palayasiruvangur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palayasiruvangur is 633365. The village covers a total geographical area of 927.99 hectares and falls under the 606206 pincode. Kallakurichi is the nearest town.
Palayasiruvangur 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 Palayasiruvangur
As per Census 2011, Palayasiruvangur village has a total population of 4,406 people, consisting of 2,223 males and 2,183 females. The village has 958 households and a sex ratio of 982 females per 1,000 males. There are 542 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,793 literate and 1,613 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,006 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Palayasiruvangur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,406 | 2,223 | 2,183 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 542 | 267 | 275 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,006 | 1,017 | 989 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 2,793 | 1,560 | 1,233 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,613 | 663 | 950 |
Nearby Villages of Palayasiruvangur
Palayasiruvangur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chitherippattu | South-East | 1.92 km |
| Kallerikuppam | West | 2.79 km |
| Melapalangur R.f. | North-East | 3.00 km |
| Chithal | East | 3.40 km |
| Neyivanatham | South-West | 3.42 km |
| Velaiyambattu | North-West | 3.47 km |
| Keelapattu | West | 3.67 km |
| Pallippattu | South-East | 3.80 km |
| Anaikkaraikkottalam | South | 3.99 km |
| Melapalangur | North-East | 4.50 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Palayasiruvangur
Public transport in the Palayasiruvangur is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Pukkirivari, while the nearest airport is Pondicherry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 68.3 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 Palayasiruvangur 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 Palayasiruvangur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palayasiruvangur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Palayasiruvangur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palayasiruvangur 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Palayasiruvangur
Where is Palayasiruvangur located?
Palayasiruvangur village is located in Vanapuram Taluka, Kallakurichi district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palayasiruvangur?
Palayasiruvangur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Palayasiruvangur?
The pincode of Palayasiruvangur is 606206.
What is the population of Palayasiruvangur?
Palayasiruvangur has a total population of 4,406, including 2,223 males and 2,183 females.
How many households are there in Palayasiruvangur?
There are 958 households in Palayasiruvangur.
What is the literacy rate in Palayasiruvangur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palayasiruvangur is 63.39%. Male literacy is 70.18% and female literacy is 56.48%.