Voyalanallur - Poonamallee, Thiruvallur
Voyalanallur is a village situated in the Poonamallee taluka of Thiruvallur district, Tamil Nadu. Kavalcheri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Voyalanallur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Voyalanallur is 629131. The village covers a total geographical area of 851.74 hectares and falls under the 600072 pincode. Thirumazhisai is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Voyalanallur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Poonamallee Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tiruvallur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Voyalanallur
As per Census 2011, Voyalanallur village has a total population of 6,525 people, consisting of 3,237 males and 3,288 females. The village has 1,626 households and a sex ratio of 1,015 females per 1,000 males. There are 721 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,651 literate and 1,874 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3,679 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 131 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Voyalanallur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,525 | 3,237 | 3,288 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 721 | 364 | 357 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,679 | 1,838 | 1,841 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 131 | 62 | 69 |
| Literate Population | 4,651 | 2,550 | 2,101 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,874 | 687 | 1,187 |
Nearby Villages of Voyalanallur
Voyalanallur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kolappancheri | South-East | 1.88 km |
| Amudurmedu | North-West | 2.04 km |
| Thirumazhisai | South | 2.06 km |
| Kilmanambedu | South-West | 2.29 km |
| Soranjeri (part) | North-East | 2.54 km |
| Pidarithangal | South-East | 2.89 km |
| Karunakaracheri | North-West | 2.90 km |
| Kannapalayam (ct) | East | 3.04 km |
| Agraharamel | North-West | 3.34 km |
| Nemam | West | 3.94 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Voyalanallur
Voyalanallur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Pattabiram, while the nearest airport is Chennai International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 11.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 3 |
| 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 Thirumazhisai to Voyalanallur is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Voyalanallur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Voyalanallur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Voyalanallur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Voyalanallur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Voyalanallur
Where is Voyalanallur located?
Voyalanallur village is located in Poonamallee Taluka, Thiruvallur district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Voyalanallur?
The Gram Panchayat of Voyalanallur is Kavalcheri.
What is the pincode of Voyalanallur?
The pincode of Voyalanallur is 600072.
What is the population of Voyalanallur?
Voyalanallur has a total population of 6,525, including 3,237 males and 3,288 females.
How many households are there in Voyalanallur?
There are 1,626 households in Voyalanallur.
What is the literacy rate in Voyalanallur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Voyalanallur is 71.28%. Male literacy is 78.78% and female literacy is 63.90%.