Visalur - Kulathur, Pudukkottai
Visalur is a village situated in the Kulathur taluka of Pudukkottai district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Keeranur and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Pudukkottai. Visalur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Visalur is 639312. The village covers a total geographical area of 773.38 hectares and falls under the 622301 pincode. Keeranur is the nearest town.
Visalur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gandarvakottai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tiruchirappalli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Visalur
As per Census 2011, Visalur village has a total population of 949 people, consisting of 475 males and 474 females. The village has 230 households and a sex ratio of 997 females per 1,000 males. There are 91 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 449 literate and 500 illiterate residents. Additionally, 126 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Visalur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 949 | 475 | 474 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 91 | 45 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 126 | 64 | 62 |
| Literate Population | 449 | 261 | 188 |
| Illiterate Population | 500 | 214 | 286 |
Nearby Villages of Visalur
Visalur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Vellaipillayarpatti | North-West | 2.06 km |
| Puliyur | South-West | 2.74 km |
| Kannangudi | North | 3.31 km |
| Sengalur | North-East | 3.98 km |
| Chettipatti | North-West | 4.96 km |
| Valiyampatti | South | 5.16 km |
| Killukottai | East | 5.36 km |
| Thennathirayanpatti | South-West | 5.52 km |
| Udayalipatti | South-East | 5.57 km |
| Kattukottaipatti | North-East | 5.92 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Visalur
Visalur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kulathur, while the nearest airport is Tiruchirapally Civil Airport Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 15.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Pudukkottai to Visalur is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Visalur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Visalur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Visalur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Visalur 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 Visalur
Where is Visalur located?
Visalur village is located in Kulathur Taluka, Pudukkottai district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Visalur?
Visalur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Visalur?
The pincode of Visalur is 622301.
What is the population of Visalur?
Visalur has a total population of 949, including 475 males and 474 females.
How many households are there in Visalur?
There are 230 households in Visalur.
What is the literacy rate in Visalur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Visalur is 47.31%. Male literacy is 54.95% and female literacy is 39.66%.