Pelamarathur - Jamunamarathoor, Tiruvannamalai
Pelamarathur is a village situated in the Jamunamarathoor taluka of Tiruvannamalai district, Tamil Nadu. Palamarathur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pelamarathur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pelamarathur is 631842. The village covers a total geographical area of 1180.86 hectares and falls under the 635703 pincode. Chengam is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Pelamarathur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chengam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tiruvannamalai Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pelamarathur
As per Census 2011, Pelamarathur village has a total population of 3,484 people, consisting of 1,825 males and 1,659 females. The village has 821 households and a sex ratio of 909 females per 1,000 males. There are 460 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,684 literate and 1,800 illiterate residents. Additionally, 133 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3,305 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pelamarathur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,484 | 1,825 | 1,659 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 460 | 267 | 193 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 133 | 72 | 61 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3,305 | 1,731 | 1,574 |
| Literate Population | 1,684 | 1,049 | 635 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,800 | 776 | 1,024 |
Nearby Villages of Pelamarathur
Pelamarathur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Pelamarathur
Pelamarathur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5 |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5 |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chengam to Pelamarathur is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pelamarathur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pelamarathur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Pelamarathur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pelamarathur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pelamarathur
Where is Pelamarathur located?
Pelamarathur village is located in Jamunamarathoor Taluka, Tiruvannamalai district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pelamarathur?
The Gram Panchayat of Pelamarathur is Palamarathur.
What is the pincode of Pelamarathur?
The pincode of Pelamarathur is 635703.
What is the population of Pelamarathur?
Pelamarathur has a total population of 3,484, including 1,825 males and 1,659 females.
How many households are there in Pelamarathur?
There are 821 households in Pelamarathur.
What is the literacy rate in Pelamarathur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pelamarathur is 48.34%. Male literacy is 57.48% and female literacy is 38.28%.