Visavanoor - Ilayangudi, Sivaganga
Visavanoor is a village situated in the Ilayangudi taluka of Sivaganga district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ilayangudi and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Sivaganga. Kalladithidal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Visavanoor village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Visavanoor is 640434. The village covers a total geographical area of 1997.75 hectares and falls under the 630713 pincode. Ilayangudi is the nearest town.
Visavanoor 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 Visavanoor
According to the 2011 Census, Visavanoor village had a total population of 3,358 people, including 1,652 males and 1,706 females, living in 946 households. The sex ratio was 1,033 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.26%, with male literacy at 86.26% and female literacy at 62.76%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 621.
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 | 3,358 | 1,652 | 1,706 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 250 | 131 | 119 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 621 | 310 | 311 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,308 | 1,312 | 996 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,050 | 340 | 710 |
Nearby Villages of Visavanoor
Visavanoor 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Akkavayal | West | 2.93 km |
| Alavidangan | South | 3.04 km |
| Sattanur | North-West | 3.91 km |
| Anandur | North | 4.01 km |
| Sethidal | South-East | 4.06 km |
| Kokurani | East | 4.39 km |
| Thirutheravalai | North-East | 5.34 km |
| Vandal | South | 5.34 km |
| Sooranam | West | 5.35 km |
| Kattanur | South-West | 5.35 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Visavanoor
Public transport in the Visavanoor 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 89.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Sivaganga to Visavanoor is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Visavanoor
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Visavanoor 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 Visavanoor
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Visavanoor village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Visavanoor
Where is Visavanoor located?
Visavanoor village is located in Ilayangudi Taluka, Sivaganga district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Visavanoor?
The Gram Panchayat of Visavanoor is Kalladithidal.
What is the pincode of Visavanoor?
The pincode of Visavanoor is 630713.
What is the population of Visavanoor?
Visavanoor had a total population of 3,358, including 1,652 males and 1,706 females.
How many households are there in Visavanoor?
Visavanoor had 946 households.
What is the literacy rate in Visavanoor?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Visavanoor was 74.26%. Male literacy was 86.26% and female literacy was 62.76%.