Palur
Palur is a village located in Srirangam taluka of Tiruchirappalli district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Srirangam (tehsildar office) and 6km away from district headquarter Tiruchirappalli. As per 2009 stats, Palur village is also a gram panchayat.
Palur has its own place in the vibrant Tiruchirappalli region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Palur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Palur is 635974. The village spans a total geographical area of 206.6 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 620101. Tiruchirappalli is nearest town to Palur village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Palur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Srirangam Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Tiruchirappalli Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Palur
Population of Palur
Below is a concise population overview of Palur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,603 | 761 | 842 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 198 | 93 | 105 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,029 | 495 | 534 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,148 | 611 | 537 |
| Illiterate Population | 455 | 150 | 305 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Palur village:
- The total population of Palur village is around 1,603, including approximately 761 males and 842 females, with a sex ratio of 1106 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 198 children aged 0–6 years in Palur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Palur village has 1,029 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Palur village is about 71.62%, with male literacy at 80.29% and female literacy at 63.78%.
- There are around 406 households in Palur village.
Connectivity of Palur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Palur. As per the 2011 stats, Palur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Palur
Knowing the nearby villages of Palur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Palur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Palur
- Where is Palur located?
- Palur village is situated in Srirangam Taluka, within the Tiruchirappalli district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Palur?
- Palur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Palur?
- The pincode of Palur is 620101, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Palur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palur is 1,603, with 761 males and 842 females.
- How many households are there in Palur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Palur village has a total of 406 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Palur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palur is 71.62%. The male literacy rate is 80.29%, while the female literacy rate is 63.78%.