Viralur - Viralimalai, Pudukkottai
Viralur is a village situated in the Viralimalai taluka of Pudukkottai district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 14 km from Iluppur and around 45 km from Pudukkottai. Viralur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Viralur is 639230. The village covers a total geographical area of 1150.41 hectares and falls under the 621316 pincode. Tiruchirappalli is the nearest town.
Viralur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Viralimalai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Karur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Viralur
As per Census 2011, Viralur village has a total population of 4,090 people, consisting of 1,987 males and 2,103 females. The village has 930 households and a sex ratio of 1,058 females per 1,000 males. There are 507 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,418 literate and 1,672 illiterate residents. Additionally, 951 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Viralur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,090 | 1,987 | 2,103 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 507 | 244 | 263 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 951 | 471 | 480 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,418 | 1,363 | 1,055 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,672 | 624 | 1,048 |
Nearby Villages of Viralur
Viralur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tennanbadi | South-East | 2.64 km |
| Viralimalai (ct) | North-East | 2.81 km |
| Rajagiri | East | 3.74 km |
| Kodumbalur | South-West | 3.91 km |
| Vanadirayanpatti | North-West | 4.48 km |
| Meppudakkudi | North | 4.62 km |
| Vadugappatti | North-East | 4.80 km |
| Thengaithinnippatti | West | 4.85 km |
| Teravur | South | 5.36 km |
| Nambanpatti | North-West | 5.62 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Viralur
Viralur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Samudram, while the nearest airport is Tiruchirapally Civil Airport Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 20.8 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 Viralur 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 Viralur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Viralur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Viralur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Viralur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Viralur
Where is Viralur located?
Viralur village is located in Viralimalai Taluka, Pudukkottai district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Viralur?
Viralur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Viralur?
The pincode of Viralur is 621316.
What is the population of Viralur?
Viralur has a total population of 4,090, including 1,987 males and 2,103 females.
How many households are there in Viralur?
There are 930 households in Viralur.
What is the literacy rate in Viralur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Viralur is 59.12%. Male literacy is 68.60% and female literacy is 50.17%.