Porundalur - Kulithalai, Karur
Porundalur is a village situated in the Kulithalai taluka of Karur district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 29 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kulithalai and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Karur. Porunthalur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Porundalur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Porundalur is 635638. The village covers a total geographical area of 1237.78 hectares and falls under the 621313 pincode. Manapparai is the nearest town.
Porundalur 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 Porundalur
According to the 2011 Census, Porundalur village had a total population of 4,059 people, including 2,049 males and 2,010 females, living in 966 households. The sex ratio was 981 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.80%, with male literacy at 81.48% and female literacy at 58.15%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,419.
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 | 4,059 | 2,049 | 2,010 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 480 | 262 | 218 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,419 | 723 | 696 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,498 | 1,456 | 1,042 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,561 | 593 | 968 |
Nearby Villages of Porundalur
Porundalur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mondipatti | South-East | 3.50 km |
| Padiripatti | North-East | 3.65 km |
| Uthuppatti | East | 3.79 km |
| Thogamalai | North | 4.32 km |
| Thoppampatti | South | 4.51 km |
| Veeramalai Rf | West | 5.11 km |
| Naganur | North-West | 5.26 km |
| Sathirapatti | South-East | 6.14 km |
| Nallampillai | South-West | 6.97 km |
| K.periapatti South | East | 7.03 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Porundalur
Public transport in the Porundalur is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Manaparai, while the nearest airport is Tiruchirapally Civil Airport Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 24.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Karur to Porundalur is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Porundalur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Porundalur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Porundalur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Porundalur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Porundalur
Where is Porundalur located?
Porundalur village is located in Kulithalai Taluka, Karur district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Porundalur?
The Gram Panchayat of Porundalur is Porunthalur.
What is the pincode of Porundalur?
The pincode of Porundalur is 621313.
What is the population of Porundalur?
Porundalur had a total population of 4,059, including 2,049 males and 2,010 females.
How many households are there in Porundalur?
Porundalur had 966 households.
What is the literacy rate in Porundalur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Porundalur was 69.80%. Male literacy was 81.48% and female literacy was 58.15%.