Omalur - Omalur, Salem
Omalur is a village situated in the Omalur taluka of Salem district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Omalur and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Salem. Kottamariammankoil serves as the Gram Panchayat for Omalur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Omalur is 633851. The village covers a total geographical area of 773.8 hectares and falls under the 636455 pincode. Omalur is the nearest town.
Omalur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Omalur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Salem Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Omalur
As per Census 2011, Omalur village has a total population of 7,756 people, consisting of 4,102 males and 3,654 females. The village has 1,939 households and a sex ratio of 890 females per 1,000 males. There are 831 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,552 literate and 3,204 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,022 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Omalur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,756 | 4,102 | 3,654 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 831 | 451 | 380 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,022 | 536 | 486 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 4,552 | 2,667 | 1,885 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,204 | 1,435 | 1,769 |
Nearby Villages of Omalur
Omalur 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 Omalur
Omalur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Omalur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Salem to Omalur is about 20 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 Omalur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Omalur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Omalur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Omalur 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 Omalur
Where is Omalur located?
Omalur village is located in Omalur Taluka, Salem district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Omalur?
The Gram Panchayat of Omalur is Kottamariammankoil.
What is the pincode of Omalur?
The pincode of Omalur is 636455.
What is the population of Omalur?
Omalur has a total population of 7,756, including 4,102 males and 3,654 females.
How many households are there in Omalur?
There are 1,939 households in Omalur.
What is the literacy rate in Omalur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Omalur is 58.69%. Male literacy is 65.02% and female literacy is 51.59%.