Edaval - Cheyyar, Tiruvannamalai
Edaval is a village situated in the Cheyyar taluka of Tiruvannamalai district, Tamil Nadu. Akkur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Edaval village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Edaval is 631334. The village covers a total geographical area of 60.33 hectares and falls under the 604401 pincode. Thiruvethipuram is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Edaval village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Cheyyar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Arani Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Nearby Villages of Edaval
Edaval 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Karanai | North | 1.72 km |
| Madipakkam | South-West | 1.76 km |
| Akkur | East | 2.00 km |
| Vadaelapakkam | West | 3.30 km |
| Palli | North-West | 3.41 km |
| Kunnavakkam | North-East | 3.58 km |
| Athi | South | 4.15 km |
| Mangalam | North-West | 4.67 km |
| Thumbai | West | 4.68 km |
| Sethupattu | South-East | 4.83 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Edaval
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Edaval. The nearest railway station is Kanchipuram East, while the nearest airport is Vellore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 49.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Thiruvethipuram to Edaval is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Edaval
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Edaval village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Edaval
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Edaval 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 <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Edaval
Where is Edaval located?
Edaval village is located in Cheyyar Taluka, Tiruvannamalai district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Edaval?
The Gram Panchayat of Edaval is Akkur.
What is the pincode of Edaval?
The pincode of Edaval is 604401.