Ovalur - Madurai East, Madurai
Ovalur is a village situated in the Madurai East taluka of Madurai district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 18 km from Madurai North and around 18 km from Madurai. Kalimanglam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ovalur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ovalur is 640697. The village covers a total geographical area of 69.51 hectares and falls under the 625020 pincode. Madurai is the nearest town.
Ovalur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Madurai East Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Madurai Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ovalur
According to the 2011 Census, Ovalur village had a total population of 626 people, including 309 males and 317 females, living in 146 households. The sex ratio was 1,026 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.04%, with male literacy at 94.10% and female literacy at 82.21%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 159.
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 | 626 | 309 | 317 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 74 | 38 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 159 | 81 | 78 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 486 | 255 | 231 |
| Illiterate Population | 140 | 54 | 86 |
Nearby Villages of Ovalur
Ovalur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Ovalur
Ovalur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Ovalur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Madurai to Ovalur is about 18 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ovalur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ovalur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Ovalur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ovalur 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Ovalur
Where is Ovalur located?
Ovalur village is located in Madurai East Taluka, Madurai district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ovalur?
The Gram Panchayat of Ovalur is Kalimanglam.
What is the pincode of Ovalur?
The pincode of Ovalur is 625020.
What is the population of Ovalur?
Ovalur had a total population of 626, including 309 males and 317 females.
How many households are there in Ovalur?
Ovalur had 146 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ovalur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ovalur was 88.04%. Male literacy was 94.10% and female literacy was 82.21%.