Visoor - Uthiramerur, Kancheepuram
Visoor is a village situated in the Uthiramerur taluka of Kancheepuram district, Tamil Nadu. Visoor village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Visoor is 629787. The village covers a total geographical area of 362.67 hectares and falls under the 603403 pincode. Uthiramerur is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Visoor village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Uthiramerur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kancheepuram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Visoor
According to the 2011 Census, Visoor village had a total population of 1,686 people, including 837 males and 849 females, living in 418 households. The sex ratio was 1,014 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.23%, with male literacy at 80.52% and female literacy at 65.98%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,112.
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 Population | 1,686 | 837 | 849 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 132 | 62 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,112 | 550 | 562 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,138 | 624 | 514 |
| Illiterate Population | 548 | 213 | 335 |
Nearby Villages of Visoor
Visoor 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Punganandal | South-West | 0.84 km |
| Thethurai | West | 2.23 km |
| Manampathy | North-East | 2.34 km |
| Melma | South-West | 2.63 km |
| Vachanur | South | 2.74 km |
| Serpakkam | East | 3.17 km |
| Ayyavadi | South | 3.41 km |
| Nedungal | West | 3.44 km |
| Melnarma | South | 4.00 km |
| Sethupattu | North | 4.08 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Visoor
Visoor is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Nathapettai, while the nearest airport is Chennai International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 52.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 3 |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 3 |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Uthiramerur to Visoor is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Visoor
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Visoor village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Visoor
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Visoor village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Visoor
Where is Visoor located?
Visoor village is located in Uthiramerur Taluka, Kancheepuram district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Visoor?
Visoor is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Visoor?
The pincode of Visoor is 603403.
What is the population of Visoor?
Visoor had a total population of 1,686, including 837 males and 849 females.
How many households are there in Visoor?
Visoor had 418 households.
What is the literacy rate in Visoor?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Visoor was 73.23%. Male literacy was 80.52% and female literacy was 65.98%.