Eraiyur
Eraiyur is a village located in Chengam taluka of Tiruvannamalai district in Tamil Nadu, India. Tiruvannamalai and Chengam are the district & sub-district headquarters of Eraiyur village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Eraiyur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Eraiyur unique in its vibrant Chengam-Tiruvannamalai region. You’ll see Eraiyur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Eraiyur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Eraiyur is 631918. The village spans a total geographical area of 725.51 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 606704. Chengam is nearest town to Eraiyur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
Google Map of Eraiyur
Population of Eraiyur
According to the 2011 Census, Eraiyur has a total population of about 4,089, with approximately 2,077 males and 2,012 females. The sex ratio is around 968 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 529 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,126 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 57.62%, with male literacy at about 65.43% and female literacy near 49.55%. There are around 963 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Eraiyur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,089 | 2,077 | 2,012 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 529 | 297 | 232 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,126 | 565 | 561 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,356 | 1,359 | 997 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,733 | 718 | 1,015 |
Connectivity of Eraiyur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Eraiyur. As per the 2011 stats, Eraiyur 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 25 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Eraiyur
Knowing the nearby villages of Eraiyur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Eraiyur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Eraiyur
- Where is Eraiyur located?
- Eraiyur village is situated in Chengam Taluka, within the Tiruvannamalai district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Eraiyur?
- Eraiyur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Eraiyur?
- The pincode of Eraiyur is 606704, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Eraiyur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Eraiyur is 4,089, with 2,077 males and 2,012 females.
- How many households are there in Eraiyur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Eraiyur village has a total of 963 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Eraiyur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Eraiyur is 57.62%. The male literacy rate is 65.43%, while the female literacy rate is 49.55%.