Pillur - Paramathi-Velur, Namakkal
Pillur is a village situated in the Paramathi-Velur taluka of Namakkal district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Paramathi Velur and around 15 km from the district headquarters in Namakkal. Pillur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pillur is 634730. The village covers a total geographical area of 789.22 hectares and falls under the 637207 pincode. Paramathi 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 Paramathi-velur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Namakkal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pillur
As per Census 2011, Pillur village has a total population of 1,931 people, consisting of 943 males and 988 females. The village has 626 households and a sex ratio of 1,047 females per 1,000 males. There are 155 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,199 literate and 732 illiterate residents. Additionally, 770 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pillur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,931 | 943 | 988 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 155 | 85 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 770 | 377 | 393 |
| Literate Population | 1,199 | 667 | 532 |
| Illiterate Population | 732 | 276 | 456 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kudacheri | North | 2.41 km |
| Villipalayam | East | 2.83 km |
| Sungakarampatty | North-East | 3.57 km |
| Iruttanai | North | 3.99 km |
| Melsathambur | North-West | 4.07 km |
| Ariyurpatti | North | 4.58 km |
| Paramathi | South | 4.63 km |
| Nadandai | West | 4.85 km |
| Maniekanatham | South-West | 5.23 km |
| Pirandagam | North | 5.85 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pillur
Pillur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Pugalur, while the nearest airport is Salem Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 49.4 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 Pillur is about 15 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 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pillur
Where is Pillur located?
Pillur village is located in Paramathi-Velur Taluka, Namakkal 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 637207.
What is the population of Pillur?
Pillur has a total population of 1,931, including 943 males and 988 females.
How many households are there in Pillur?
There are 626 households in Pillur.
What is the literacy rate in Pillur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pillur is 62.09%. Male literacy is 70.73% and female literacy is 53.85%.