Nallur - Valangaiman, Thiruvarur
Nallur is a village situated in the Valangaiman taluka of Thiruvarur district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Valangaiman and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Thiruvarur. Nallur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nallur is 637851. The village covers a total geographical area of 401.09 hectares and falls under the 614208 pincode. Papanasam is the nearest town.
Nallur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President 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 Nallur
According to the 2011 Census, Nallur village had a total population of 2,392 people, including 1,213 males and 1,179 females, living in 585 households. The sex ratio was 972 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.11%, with male literacy at 86.32% and female literacy at 67.65%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 523.
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 | 2,392 | 1,213 | 1,179 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 256 | 131 | 125 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 523 | 259 | 264 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,647 | 934 | 713 |
| Illiterate Population | 745 | 279 | 466 |
Nearby Villages of Nallur
Nallur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Salabogam | South-West | 1.02 km |
| Uthamadhanapuram | West | 1.59 km |
| Renganathapuram | East | 1.88 km |
| Gopurajapuram | South-West | 2.59 km |
| Thiruvalanjuli | North-East | 2.87 km |
| Manalur | South | 3.44 km |
| Umayalpuram | North | 3.68 km |
| Papanasam | West | 3.71 km |
| Avoor | South-East | 3.74 km |
| Alavandipuram | North-East | 4.22 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nallur
Nallur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sundaraperumal Kovil, while the nearest airport is Tiruchirapally Civil Airport Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Thiruvarur to Nallur is about 35 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 Nallur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nallur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Nallur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nallur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Nallur
Where is Nallur located?
Nallur village is located in Valangaiman Taluka, Thiruvarur district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Nallur?
Nallur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nallur?
The pincode of Nallur is 614208.
What is the population of Nallur?
Nallur had a total population of 2,392, including 1,213 males and 1,179 females.
How many households are there in Nallur?
Nallur had 585 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nallur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nallur was 77.11%. Male literacy was 86.32% and female literacy was 67.65%.