Devanur - Musiri, Tiruchirappalli
Devanur is a village situated in the Musiri taluka of Tiruchirappalli district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Musiri and around 61 km from the district headquarters in Tiruchirappalli. Devanoor serves as the Gram Panchayat for Devanur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devanur is 635702. The village covers a total geographical area of 1483.96 hectares and falls under the 621214 pincode. Thathayanakarpettai is the nearest town.
Devanur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Musiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Perambalur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Devanur
As per Census 2011, Devanur village has a total population of 2,927 people, consisting of 1,520 males and 1,407 females. The village has 841 households and a sex ratio of 925 females per 1,000 males. There are 283 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,927 literate and 1,000 illiterate residents. Additionally, 708 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Devanur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,927 | 1,520 | 1,407 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 283 | 140 | 143 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 708 | 352 | 356 |
| Literate Population | 1,927 | 1,135 | 792 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,000 | 385 | 615 |
Nearby Villages of Devanur
Devanur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Paithambarai | South-East | 3.32 km |
| Urakkarai | North-West | 3.69 km |
| Serugudi | South | 3.87 km |
| Arachi | East | 3.97 km |
| Konappampatti | West | 5.00 km |
| Kargudi | North | 5.29 km |
| Valaiyeduppu | East | 5.34 km |
| Mavilipatti | South-East | 5.63 km |
| Vadamalaipatti | North-East | 5.75 km |
| Jambumadai | West | 5.95 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Devanur
Devanur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Timmachipuram, while the nearest airport is Tiruchirapally Civil Airport Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 36.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Tiruchirappalli to Devanur is about 61 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Devanur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Devanur 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 Devanur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Devanur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Devanur
Where is Devanur located?
Devanur village is located in Musiri Taluka, Tiruchirappalli district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Devanur?
The Gram Panchayat of Devanur is Devanoor.
What is the pincode of Devanur?
The pincode of Devanur is 621214.
What is the population of Devanur?
Devanur has a total population of 2,927, including 1,520 males and 1,407 females.
How many households are there in Devanur?
There are 841 households in Devanur.
What is the literacy rate in Devanur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devanur is 65.84%. Male literacy is 74.67% and female literacy is 56.29%.