Manalur - Valangaiman, Thiruvarur
Manalur is a village situated in the Valangaiman taluka of Thiruvarur district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Valangaiman and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Thiruvarur. Manalur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Manalur is 637869. The village covers a total geographical area of 353.08 hectares and falls under the 614302 pincode. Papanasam is the nearest town.
Manalur 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 Manalur
According to the 2011 Census, Manalur village had a total population of 1,944 people, including 1,004 males and 940 females, living in 490 households. The sex ratio was 936 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.65%, with male literacy at 86.04% and female literacy at 66.55%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,083.
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 | 1,944 | 1,004 | 940 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 175 | 87 | 88 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,083 | 558 | 525 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,356 | 789 | 567 |
| Illiterate Population | 588 | 215 | 373 |
Nearby Villages of Manalur
Manalur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Maligaithidal | South | 1.92 km |
| Gopurajapuram | North-West | 2.27 km |
| Salabogam | North | 2.54 km |
| Uthamadhanapuram | North | 2.76 km |
| Thirukkarugavur | South | 3.21 km |
| Thiruvaiyathukudi | West | 3.41 km |
| Velangudi | South-East | 3.43 km |
| Nallur | North | 3.44 km |
| Ombathuveli | South-West | 3.62 km |
| Veeramangalam | South-East | 3.74 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Manalur
Manalur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Papanasam, while the nearest airport is Tiruchirapally Civil Airport Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 48.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Manalur is about 40 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 Manalur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Manalur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Manalur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Manalur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Manalur
Where is Manalur located?
Manalur village is located in Valangaiman Taluka, Thiruvarur district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Manalur?
Manalur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Manalur?
The pincode of Manalur is 614302.
What is the population of Manalur?
Manalur had a total population of 1,944, including 1,004 males and 940 females.
How many households are there in Manalur?
Manalur had 490 households.
What is the literacy rate in Manalur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Manalur was 76.65%. Male literacy was 86.04% and female literacy was 66.55%.