Gudalur - Tiruvadanai, Ramanathapuram
Gudalur is a village situated in the Tiruvadanai taluka of Ramanathapuram district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tiruvadanai and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Ramanathapuram. Aayingudi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gudalur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gudalur is 641817. The village covers a total geographical area of 1578.16 hectares and falls under the 623538 pincode. Rajasinga Mangalam is the nearest town.
Gudalur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tiruvadanai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ramanathapuram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gudalur
As per Census 2011, Gudalur village has a total population of 2,693 people, consisting of 1,414 males and 1,279 females. The village has 682 households and a sex ratio of 904 females per 1,000 males. There are 212 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,839 literate and 854 illiterate residents. Additionally, 290 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gudalur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,693 | 1,414 | 1,279 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 212 | 110 | 102 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 290 | 153 | 137 |
| Literate Population | 1,839 | 1,134 | 705 |
| Illiterate Population | 854 | 280 | 574 |
Nearby Villages of Gudalur
Gudalur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Selugai | North-East | 3.38 km |
| Vilimar | North-West | 3.69 km |
| Thottamangalam | East | 3.74 km |
| Kumani | North | 4.03 km |
| Arunuthimangalam | South-East | 4.14 km |
| Idayagudi | North | 4.14 km |
| Kavvur | South | 4.28 km |
| Vadinanniyur | West | 4.68 km |
| Kurunthanakottai | North | 4.88 km |
| Thirutheravalai | West | 5.52 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gudalur
Gudalur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kallai, while the nearest airport is Tiruchirapally Civil Airport Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 87.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ramanathapuram to Gudalur is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gudalur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gudalur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gudalur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gudalur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gudalur
Where is Gudalur located?
Gudalur village is located in Tiruvadanai Taluka, Ramanathapuram district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gudalur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gudalur is Aayingudi.
What is the pincode of Gudalur?
The pincode of Gudalur is 623538.
What is the population of Gudalur?
Gudalur has a total population of 2,693, including 1,414 males and 1,279 females.
How many households are there in Gudalur?
There are 682 households in Gudalur.
What is the literacy rate in Gudalur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gudalur is 68.29%. Male literacy is 80.20% and female literacy is 55.12%.