Visalur - Kumbakonam, Thanjavur
Visalur is a village situated in the Kumbakonam taluka of Thanjavur district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kumbakonam and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Thanjavur. Visalur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Visalur is 638569. The village covers a total geographical area of 314.61 hectares and falls under the 612402 pincode. Valangaiman is the nearest town.
Visalur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Thiruvidaimarudur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayiladuthurai Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Visalur
As per Census 2011, Visalur village has a total population of 2,003 people, consisting of 1,011 males and 992 females. The village has 499 households and a sex ratio of 981 females per 1,000 males. There are 179 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,425 literate and 578 illiterate residents. Additionally, 963 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Visalur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,003 | 1,011 | 992 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 179 | 88 | 91 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 963 | 485 | 478 |
| Literate Population | 1,425 | 812 | 613 |
| Illiterate Population | 578 | 199 | 379 |
Nearby Villages of Visalur
Visalur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Thandalam | North-East | 1.61 km |
| Thippirajapuram | North | 2.10 km |
| Nagarasampettai | East | 2.16 km |
| Melavidayal | South | 2.20 km |
| Valangaiman | West | 2.24 km |
| Tholuvur | South-West | 2.94 km |
| Enanallur | North-East | 3.05 km |
| Thillaiyambur | West | 3.14 km |
| Thirucherai | South-East | 3.31 km |
| Marudanallur | North | 3.52 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Visalur
Visalur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kumbakonam, while the nearest airport is Tiruchirapally Civil Airport Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 59.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Thanjavur to Visalur 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 Visalur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Visalur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Visalur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Visalur 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Visalur
Where is Visalur located?
Visalur village is located in Kumbakonam Taluka, Thanjavur district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Visalur?
Visalur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Visalur?
The pincode of Visalur is 612402.
What is the population of Visalur?
Visalur has a total population of 2,003, including 1,011 males and 992 females.
How many households are there in Visalur?
There are 499 households in Visalur.
What is the literacy rate in Visalur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Visalur is 71.14%. Male literacy is 80.32% and female literacy is 61.79%.