Udayanoor - Ilayangudi, Sivaganga
Udayanoor is a village situated in the Ilayangudi taluka of Sivaganga district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ilayangudi and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Sivaganga. Udayanoor village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Udayanoor is 640436. The village covers a total geographical area of 604.35 hectares and falls under the 630713 pincode. Ilayangudi is the nearest town.
Udayanoor village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manamadurai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sivaganga Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Udayanoor
According to the 2011 Census, Udayanoor village had a total population of 1,055 people, including 509 males and 546 females, living in 298 households. The sex ratio was 1,073 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.15%, with male literacy at 88.91% and female literacy at 56.55%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 41.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,055 | 509 | 546 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 40 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 41 | 22 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 702 | 417 | 285 |
| Illiterate Population | 353 | 92 | 261 |
Nearby Villages of Udayanoor
Udayanoor 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kalangathankottai | South-West | 1.30 km |
| Sooranam | North-East | 1.63 km |
| Aranmanaikarai | South-West | 2.81 km |
| Virayathakandan | South-East | 3.04 km |
| Marandai | North-West | 3.37 km |
| Thugavoor | South | 3.44 km |
| Akkavayal | North-East | 3.57 km |
| Kanjiram | North | 3.92 km |
| Vallakulam | South-West | 4.72 km |
| Sakkur | North-West | 5.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Udayanoor
Udayanoor is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Paramakkudi, while the nearest airport is Tiruchirapally Civil Airport Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 90.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Sivaganga to Udayanoor is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Udayanoor
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Udayanoor village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Udayanoor
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Udayanoor village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Udayanoor
Where is Udayanoor located?
Udayanoor village is located in Ilayangudi Taluka, Sivaganga district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Udayanoor?
Udayanoor is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Udayanoor?
The pincode of Udayanoor is 630713.
What is the population of Udayanoor?
Udayanoor had a total population of 1,055, including 509 males and 546 females.
How many households are there in Udayanoor?
Udayanoor had 298 households.
What is the literacy rate in Udayanoor?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Udayanoor was 72.15%. Male literacy was 88.91% and female literacy was 56.55%.