Nettur - Alangulam, Tenkasi
Nettur is a village situated in the Alangulam taluka of Tenkasi district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 10 km from Alangulam and around 50 km from Tirunelveli. Nettur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nettur is 642800. The village covers a total geographical area of 781.21 hectares and falls under the 627854 pincode. Alangulam is the nearest town.
Nettur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Alangulam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tirunelveli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nettur
According to the 2011 Census, Nettur village had a total population of 4,599 people, including 2,221 males and 2,378 females, living in 1,248 households. The sex ratio was 1,071 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.60%, with male literacy at 81.05% and female literacy at 60.81%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 209.
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 | 4,599 | 2,221 | 2,378 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 476 | 226 | 250 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 209 | 92 | 117 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,911 | 1,617 | 1,294 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,688 | 604 | 1,084 |
Nearby Villages of Nettur
Nettur 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 Nettur
Nettur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Tirunelveli to Nettur 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 Nettur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nettur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Nettur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nettur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Nettur
Where is Nettur located?
Nettur village is located in Alangulam Taluka, Tenkasi district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nettur?
Nettur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nettur?
The pincode of Nettur is 627854.
What is the population of Nettur?
Nettur had a total population of 4,599, including 2,221 males and 2,378 females.
How many households are there in Nettur?
Nettur had 1,248 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nettur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nettur was 70.60%. Male literacy was 81.05% and female literacy was 60.81%.