Avoor - Valangaiman, Thiruvarur
Avoor is a village situated in the Valangaiman taluka of Thiruvarur district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Valangaiman and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Thiruvarur. Avoor village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Avoor is 637865. The village covers a total geographical area of 324.56 hectares and falls under the 612701 pincode. Valangaiman is the nearest town.
Avoor village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nannilam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nagapattinam Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Avoor
As per Census 2011, Avoor village has a total population of 5,282 people, consisting of 2,548 males and 2,734 females. The village has 1,265 households and a sex ratio of 1,072 females per 1,000 males. There are 657 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,990 literate and 1,292 illiterate residents. Additionally, 964 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Avoor are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,282 | 2,548 | 2,734 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 657 | 344 | 313 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 964 | 489 | 475 |
| Literate Population | 3,990 | 1,973 | 2,017 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,292 | 575 | 717 |
Nearby Villages of Avoor
Avoor 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Uthukkadu | South | 1.80 km |
| Nallambur | South-East | 2.52 km |
| Renganathapuram | North | 2.88 km |
| Reghunathapuram | East | 3.00 km |
| Veeranam | South-East | 3.04 km |
| Thenampadugai | North-East | 3.29 km |
| Veeramangalam | South | 3.47 km |
| Nallur | North-West | 3.74 km |
| Kalathur | South | 3.89 km |
| Salabogam | North-West | 3.91 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Avoor
Avoor is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Swamimalai, while the nearest airport is Tiruchirapally Civil Airport Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 51.9 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 Thiruvarur to Avoor is about 30 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 Avoor
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Avoor village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Avoor
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Avoor village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Avoor
Where is Avoor located?
Avoor village is located in Valangaiman Taluka, Thiruvarur district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Avoor?
Avoor is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Avoor?
The pincode of Avoor is 612701.
What is the population of Avoor?
Avoor has a total population of 5,282, including 2,548 males and 2,734 females.
How many households are there in Avoor?
There are 1,265 households in Avoor.
What is the literacy rate in Avoor?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Avoor is 75.54%. Male literacy is 77.43% and female literacy is 73.77%.