Thevur - Kilvelur, Nagapattinam
Thevur is a village situated in the Kilvelur taluka of Nagapattinam district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kilvelur and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Nagapattinam. Thevur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thevur is 637728. The village covers a total geographical area of 468.68 hectares and falls under the 611109 pincode. Kilvelur is the nearest town.
Thevur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kilvelur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nagapattinam Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Thevur
As per Census 2011, Thevur village has a total population of 4,622 people, consisting of 2,322 males and 2,300 females. The village has 1,211 households and a sex ratio of 990 females per 1,000 males. There are 467 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,675 literate and 947 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,553 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Thevur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,622 | 2,322 | 2,300 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 467 | 259 | 208 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,553 | 807 | 746 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 3,675 | 1,923 | 1,752 |
| Illiterate Population | 947 | 399 | 548 |
Nearby Villages of Thevur
Thevur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Iluppur | North | 1.43 km |
| Anakkudi | South-East | 2.70 km |
| Radhamangalam | East | 2.75 km |
| Serunallur | North-West | 2.76 km |
| Vadakkalathur | North-East | 2.80 km |
| Kakkalani | West | 2.86 km |
| Pattamangalam | North-East | 2.93 km |
| Irukkai | East | 2.94 km |
| Koothur | North | 3.14 km |
| Manallur | West | 3.51 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Thevur
Thevur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kuthur, while the nearest airport is Tiruchirapally Civil Airport Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 83.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Nagapattinam to Thevur 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 Thevur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thevur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Thevur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thevur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Thevur
Where is Thevur located?
Thevur village is located in Kilvelur Taluka, Nagapattinam district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thevur?
Thevur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Thevur?
The pincode of Thevur is 611109.
What is the population of Thevur?
Thevur has a total population of 4,622, including 2,322 males and 2,300 females.
How many households are there in Thevur?
There are 1,211 households in Thevur.
What is the literacy rate in Thevur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thevur is 79.51%. Male literacy is 82.82% and female literacy is 76.17%.