Nallur - Paramathi-Velur, Namakkal
Nallur is a village situated in the Paramathi-Velur taluka of Namakkal district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Paramathi Velur and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Namakkal. Nallur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nallur is 634719. The village covers a total geographical area of 1379.38 hectares and falls under the 637203 pincode. Tiruchengode is the nearest town.
Nallur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Paramathi-velur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Namakkal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nallur
As per Census 2011, Nallur village has a total population of 5,245 people, consisting of 2,725 males and 2,520 females. The village has 1,524 households and a sex ratio of 924 females per 1,000 males. There are 451 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,622 literate and 1,623 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,673 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nallur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,245 | 2,725 | 2,520 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 451 | 217 | 234 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,673 | 838 | 835 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 3,622 | 2,150 | 1,472 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,623 | 575 | 1,048 |
Nearby Villages of Nallur
Nallur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kunnamalai | South | 3.37 km |
| Ramadevam | East | 3.40 km |
| Maniyanur | North | 3.89 km |
| Devanampalayam | North-West | 3.90 km |
| Kolaram | North-East | 4.39 km |
| Sittampoondi | South-West | 4.50 km |
| Sullipalayam | West | 4.57 km |
| Melsathambur | South-East | 5.68 km |
| Perunkurichi | North-West | 5.87 km |
| Sirapalli | South | 5.94 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nallur
Nallur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Pasur, while the nearest airport is Salem Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 45.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Namakkal to Nallur is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nallur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nallur 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 Nallur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nallur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Nallur
Where is Nallur located?
Nallur village is located in Paramathi-Velur Taluka, Namakkal district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nallur?
Nallur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nallur?
The pincode of Nallur is 637203.
What is the population of Nallur?
Nallur has a total population of 5,245, including 2,725 males and 2,520 females.
How many households are there in Nallur?
There are 1,524 households in Nallur.
What is the literacy rate in Nallur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nallur is 69.06%. Male literacy is 78.90% and female literacy is 58.41%.