Pasar - Vanapuram, Kallakurichi

Pasar is a village situated in the Vanapuram taluka of Kallakurichi district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 45 km from Sankarapuram and around 69 km from Viluppuram. Pasar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Pasar is 633353. The village covers a total geographical area of 1415.89 hectares and falls under the 606205 pincode. Thiyadurgam is the nearest town.

Pasar 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 Pasar

According to the 2011 Census, Pasar village had a total population of 6,190 people, including 3,173 males and 3,017 females, living in 1,252 households. The sex ratio was 951 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 46.24%, with male literacy at 56.55% and female literacy at 35.50%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,806, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 80.

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 Population6,1903,1733,017
Child Population (0–6 yrs)848448400
Scheduled Castes (SC)1,806945861
Scheduled Tribes (ST)803941
Literate Population2,4701,541929
Illiterate Population3,7201,6322,088

Nearby Villages of Pasar

Pasar 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 VillageDirectionApprox. Distance (Aerial)
ThathanurNorth-East2.17 km
KilpadiNorth-West2.62 km
MunivalaiEast2.69 km
PavandurSouth-West2.87 km
KonnakkalavadiNorth-East2.89 km
SathaputhurSouth-West3.07 km
VengalamSouth-East3.17 km
RishivandiyamSouth4.18 km
PeralWest4.30 km
La-gudalurNorth4.35 km

Transport and Connectivity of Pasar

Pasar is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Tirukoilur, while the nearest airport is Pondicherry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 61.4 km.

ConnectivityStatusNearest Availability
Public Bus ServiceYesAvailable within village
Private Bus ServiceNoAvailable within 5-10 km
Railway StationNoAvailable within 2-5 km

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Viluppuram to Pasar is about 69 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.

Banking and Postal Services in Pasar

Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pasar village is detailed below:

Service TypeStatusNearest Availability
BankYesAvailable within village
ATMNoAvailable within 2-5 km
Post OfficeYesAvailable within village

Health Facilities in Pasar

Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pasar village are given below:

Facility TypeStatusNearest Availability
Health Sub-Centre (HSC)YesAvailable within village
Primary Health Centre (PHC)NoAvailable within 2-5 km
Community Health Centre (CHC)NoAvailable within 2-5 km

FAQs about Pasar

Where is Pasar located?

Pasar village is located in Vanapuram Taluka, Kallakurichi district, Tamil Nadu, India.

What is the gram panchayat of Pasar?

Pasar is its own Gram Panchayat.

What is the pincode of Pasar?

The pincode of Pasar is 606205.

What is the population of Pasar?

Pasar had a total population of 6,190, including 3,173 males and 3,017 females.

How many households are there in Pasar?

Pasar had 1,252 households.

What is the literacy rate in Pasar?

As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pasar was 46.24%. Male literacy was 56.55% and female literacy was 35.50%.