Poomalur - Palladam, Tiruppur
Poomalur is a village situated in the Palladam taluka of Tiruppur district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Palladam and around 15 km from the district headquarters in Tiruppur. Poomalur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Poomalur is 644809. The village covers a total geographical area of 1795.68 hectares and falls under the 641663 pincode. Samalpuram is the nearest town.
Poomalur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Palladam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Coimbatore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Poomalur
As per Census 2011, Poomalur village has a total population of 7,605 people, consisting of 3,829 males and 3,776 females. The village has 2,209 households and a sex ratio of 986 females per 1,000 males. There are 786 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,602 literate and 3,003 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,797 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 10 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Poomalur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,605 | 3,829 | 3,776 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 786 | 373 | 413 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,797 | 880 | 917 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 4,602 | 2,614 | 1,988 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,003 | 1,215 | 1,788 |
Nearby Villages of Poomalur
Poomalur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Velampalayam | South-East | 2.66 km |
| Samalapuram | West | 4.21 km |
| Mangalam (ct) | North-East | 4.41 km |
| Sukkampalayam | South | 4.85 km |
| Ichipatti | South-West | 4.96 km |
| Semmandampalayam | North | 5.74 km |
| Iduvai | East | 6.10 km |
| Semmipalayam (ct) | South | 6.95 km |
| Naranapuram | South-East | 7.08 km |
| Kodangipalayam | South-West | 7.32 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Poomalur
Poomalur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Tiruppur Vanjipalayam, while the nearest airport is Coimbatore International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 16.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Tiruppur to Poomalur 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 Poomalur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Poomalur 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 Poomalur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Poomalur 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Poomalur
Where is Poomalur located?
Poomalur village is located in Palladam Taluka, Tiruppur district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Poomalur?
Poomalur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Poomalur?
The pincode of Poomalur is 641663.
What is the population of Poomalur?
Poomalur has a total population of 7,605, including 3,829 males and 3,776 females.
How many households are there in Poomalur?
There are 2,209 households in Poomalur.
What is the literacy rate in Poomalur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Poomalur is 60.51%. Male literacy is 68.27% and female literacy is 52.65%.