Vichur - Manamelkudi, Pudukkottai
Vichur is a village situated in the Manamelkudi taluka of Pudukkottai district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Manamelkudi and around 67 km from the district headquarters in Pudukkottai. Thandalai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Vichur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vichur is 639851. The village covers a total geographical area of 1067.55 hectares and falls under the 614617 pincode. Aranthangi is the nearest town.
Vichur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Aranthangi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ramanathapuram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Vichur
As per Census 2011, Vichur village has a total population of 3,131 people, consisting of 1,585 males and 1,546 females. The village has 757 households and a sex ratio of 975 females per 1,000 males. There are 315 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,339 literate and 792 illiterate residents. Additionally, 294 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vichur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,131 | 1,585 | 1,546 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 315 | 159 | 156 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 294 | 148 | 146 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,339 | 1,278 | 1,061 |
| Illiterate Population | 792 | 307 | 485 |
Nearby Villages of Vichur
Vichur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kilpappanur | West | 2.09 km |
| Mandangudi | North | 2.52 km |
| Melpappanur | West | 2.67 km |
| Manamelkudi (part) | North-East | 3.26 km |
| Kodikulam | South | 3.57 km |
| Vellur | North-West | 3.95 km |
| Nelveli | West | 4.23 km |
| Karakathikkottai | South-West | 4.32 km |
| Kallakkurichi | North | 4.72 km |
| Panavayal | North-West | 5.25 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Vichur
Vichur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Arantangi, while the nearest airport is Tiruchirapally Civil Airport Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 74.4 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 Pudukkottai to Vichur is about 67 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vichur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vichur 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Vichur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vichur 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Vichur
Where is Vichur located?
Vichur village is located in Manamelkudi Taluka, Pudukkottai district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vichur?
The Gram Panchayat of Vichur is Thandalai.
What is the pincode of Vichur?
The pincode of Vichur is 614617.
What is the population of Vichur?
Vichur has a total population of 3,131, including 1,585 males and 1,546 females.
How many households are there in Vichur?
There are 757 households in Vichur.
What is the literacy rate in Vichur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vichur is 74.70%. Male literacy is 80.63% and female literacy is 68.63%.