Pillur - Kulithalai, Karur
Pillur is a village situated in the Kulithalai taluka of Karur district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kulithalai and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Karur. Pillur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pillur is 635641. The village covers a total geographical area of 850.6 hectares and falls under the 639104 pincode. Manapparai is the nearest town.
Pillur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kulithalai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Perambalur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pillur
As per Census 2011, Pillur village has a total population of 2,560 people, consisting of 1,268 males and 1,292 females. The village has 583 households and a sex ratio of 1,018 females per 1,000 males. There are 318 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,421 literate and 1,139 illiterate residents. Additionally, 512 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pillur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,560 | 1,268 | 1,292 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 318 | 146 | 172 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 512 | 249 | 263 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,421 | 821 | 600 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,139 | 447 | 692 |
Nearby Villages of Pillur
Pillur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Vadaseri | North-East | 2.79 km |
| Chettichatram | South | 3.73 km |
| K.periapatti South | South-West | 3.75 km |
| Chithanatham | South-East | 3.85 km |
| Uthuppatti | West | 4.94 km |
| Padiripatti | West | 5.24 km |
| Kalladai | North-West | 5.62 km |
| Puluderi | North-East | 6.66 km |
| Puthur | North | 6.72 km |
| Sathirapatti | South-West | 6.75 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pillur
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Pillur. The nearest railway station is Kolatur, while the nearest airport is Tiruchirapally Civil Airport Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 18.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Karur to Pillur is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pillur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pillur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Pillur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pillur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Pillur
Where is Pillur located?
Pillur village is located in Kulithalai Taluka, Karur district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pillur?
Pillur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pillur?
The pincode of Pillur is 639104.
What is the population of Pillur?
Pillur has a total population of 2,560, including 1,268 males and 1,292 females.
How many households are there in Pillur?
There are 583 households in Pillur.
What is the literacy rate in Pillur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pillur is 55.51%. Male literacy is 64.75% and female literacy is 46.44%.