Padalur (West) - Alathur, Perambalur
Padalur (West) is a village situated in the Alathur taluka of Perambalur district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 37 km from Kunnam and around 19 km from Perambalur. Padalur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Padalur (West) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padalur (West) is 636288. The village covers a total geographical area of 1016.12 hectares and falls under the 621109 pincode. Perambalur is the nearest town.
Padalur (West) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Perambalur Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Padalur (West)
According to the 2011 Census, Padalur (West) village had a total population of 6,484 people, including 3,258 males and 3,226 females, living in 1,692 households. The sex ratio was 990 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.68%, with male literacy at 85.91% and female literacy at 71.35%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,632, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 5.
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 | 6,484 | 3,258 | 3,226 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 630 | 312 | 318 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,632 | 827 | 805 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 4,606 | 2,531 | 2,075 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,878 | 727 | 1,151 |
Nearby Villages of Padalur (West)
Padalur (West) 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 Padalur (West)
Padalur (West) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Perambalur to Padalur (West) is about 19 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 Padalur (West)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padalur (West) 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 Padalur (West)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padalur (West) 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 Padalur (West)
Where is Padalur (West) located?
Padalur (West) village is located in Alathur Taluka, Perambalur district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Padalur (West)?
The Gram Panchayat of Padalur (West) is Padalur.
What is the pincode of Padalur (West)?
The pincode of Padalur (West) is 621109.
What is the population of Padalur (West)?
Padalur (West) had a total population of 6,484, including 3,258 males and 3,226 females.
How many households are there in Padalur (West)?
Padalur (West) had 1,692 households.
What is the literacy rate in Padalur (West)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padalur (West) was 78.68%. Male literacy was 85.91% and female literacy was 71.35%.