Asur - Thiruverumbur, Tiruchirappalli
Asur is a village situated in the Thiruverumbur taluka of Tiruchirappalli district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thiruverumbur and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Tiruchirappalli. Asoor serves as the Gram Panchayat for Asur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Asur is 636027. The village covers a total geographical area of 1084.42 hectares and falls under the 620015 pincode. Thuvakudi is the nearest town.
Asur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Thiruverumbur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tiruchirappalli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Asur
As per Census 2011, Asur village has a total population of 1,579 people, consisting of 772 males and 807 females. The village has 364 households and a sex ratio of 1,045 females per 1,000 males. There are 182 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,014 literate and 565 illiterate residents. Additionally, 216 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Asur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,579 | 772 | 807 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 182 | 91 | 91 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 216 | 111 | 105 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,014 | 546 | 468 |
| Illiterate Population | 565 | 226 | 339 |
Nearby Villages of Asur
Asur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kattukottaipatti | South-East | 3.74 km |
| Pudukudi (s) | East | 3.77 km |
| Pudukudi North | North-East | 4.10 km |
| Kannangudi | South | 4.18 km |
| Sengalur | South-East | 4.37 km |
| Palaganangudy (ct) | West | 4.51 km |
| Vellaipillayarpatti | South | 5.53 km |
| Tirunedunkulam | North | 5.83 km |
| Rayamundanpatti | North-East | 5.92 km |
| Chettipatti | South-West | 6.05 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Asur
Asur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Solgampatti, while the nearest airport is Tiruchirapally Civil Airport Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 13.0 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 Tiruchirappalli to Asur is about 30 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 Asur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Asur 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 Asur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Asur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Asur
Where is Asur located?
Asur village is located in Thiruverumbur Taluka, Tiruchirappalli district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Asur?
The Gram Panchayat of Asur is Asoor.
What is the pincode of Asur?
The pincode of Asur is 620015.
What is the population of Asur?
Asur has a total population of 1,579, including 772 males and 807 females.
How many households are there in Asur?
There are 364 households in Asur.
What is the literacy rate in Asur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Asur is 64.22%. Male literacy is 70.73% and female literacy is 57.99%.