Puliyur - Srirangam, Tiruchirappalli
Puliyur is a village situated in the Srirangam taluka of Tiruchirappalli district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Srirangam and around 15 km from the district headquarters in Tiruchirappalli. Puliyur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Puliyur is 635989. The village covers a total geographical area of 491.47 hectares and falls under the 639103 pincode. Tiruchirappalli is the nearest town.
Puliyur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Srirangam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tiruchirappalli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Puliyur
According to the 2011 Census, Puliyur village had a total population of 3,375 people, including 1,661 males and 1,714 females, living in 788 households. The sex ratio was 1,032 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.08%, with male literacy at 75.55% and female literacy at 58.98%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 127.
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 | 3,375 | 1,661 | 1,714 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 389 | 201 | 188 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 127 | 62 | 65 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,003 | 1,103 | 900 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,372 | 558 | 814 |
Nearby Villages of Puliyur
Puliyur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Seplapatti | North-West | 2.51 km |
| Mudalaipatti | North | 3.20 km |
| Koppu North | North-East | 3.39 km |
| Neidalur (south) | West | 3.68 km |
| Ariyavoor | South | 4.26 km |
| R.t.malai | South-West | 4.38 km |
| Alathur | West | 4.73 km |
| Neidalur (north) | North-West | 4.91 km |
| Navalurkottapattu | South-East | 5.11 km |
| Adavathur (west) | East | 5.26 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Puliyur
Puliyur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Punggudi, while the nearest airport is Tiruchirapally Civil Airport Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 12.4 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 Puliyur is about 15 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Puliyur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Puliyur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Puliyur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Puliyur 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Puliyur
Where is Puliyur located?
Puliyur village is located in Srirangam Taluka, Tiruchirappalli district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Puliyur?
Puliyur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Puliyur?
The pincode of Puliyur is 639103.
What is the population of Puliyur?
Puliyur had a total population of 3,375, including 1,661 males and 1,714 females.
How many households are there in Puliyur?
Puliyur had 788 households.
What is the literacy rate in Puliyur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Puliyur was 67.08%. Male literacy was 75.55% and female literacy was 58.98%.