Akkanur - Thiruvennainallur, Viluppuram
Akkanur is a village situated in the Thiruvennainallur taluka of Viluppuram district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 22 km from Tirukkoyilur and around 18 km from Viluppuram. Elandurai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Akkanur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Akkanur is 633202. The village covers a total geographical area of 150.4 hectares and falls under the 607203 pincode. Tirukkoyilur is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Akkanur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Thirukoilur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Viluppuram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Nearby Villages of Akkanur
Akkanur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pavandur | South-West | 1.00 km |
| Panapakkam | East | 1.79 km |
| Andarayanur | North | 1.91 km |
| T.pudupalayam | North-West | 2.11 km |
| Elandurai | South-East | 2.14 km |
| Pennaivalam | South-West | 2.39 km |
| T. Edaiyur | East | 2.91 km |
| Oddanandal | South | 3.34 km |
| Veeranampattu | West | 3.57 km |
| Manakkuppam | South-East | 3.69 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Akkanur
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Akkanur. The nearest railway station is Ayandur, while the nearest airport is Pondicherry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tirukkoyilur to Akkanur is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Viluppuram to Akkanur is about 18 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 Akkanur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Akkanur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Akkanur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Akkanur 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 Akkanur
Where is Akkanur located?
Akkanur village is located in Thiruvennainallur Taluka, Viluppuram district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Akkanur?
The Gram Panchayat of Akkanur is Elandurai.
What is the pincode of Akkanur?
The pincode of Akkanur is 607203.