Amoor - Thiruvennainallur, Viluppuram
Amoor is a village situated in the Thiruvennainallur taluka of Viluppuram district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 21 km from Ulundurpettai and around 40 km from Viluppuram. Amoor village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Amoor is 633585. The village covers a total geographical area of 761.5 hectares and falls under the 607209 pincode. Thiruvennainallur is the nearest town.
Amoor village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ulundurpettai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Viluppuram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Amoor
As per Census 2011, Amoor village has a total population of 3,788 people, consisting of 1,946 males and 1,842 females. The village has 855 households and a sex ratio of 946 females per 1,000 males. There are 481 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,233 literate and 1,555 illiterate residents. Additionally, 517 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 18 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Amoor are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,788 | 1,946 | 1,842 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 481 | 256 | 225 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 517 | 270 | 247 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 18 | 6 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 2,233 | 1,349 | 884 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,555 | 597 | 958 |
Nearby Villages of Amoor
Amoor 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Thulangampattu | South-East | 1.84 km |
| Oddanandal | North | 2.17 km |
| T.kulathur | North-West | 2.22 km |
| Puthanandal | South-West | 3.07 km |
| Periyasevalai | East | 3.21 km |
| Kondasamudram | West | 3.35 km |
| Velur | South | 3.49 km |
| Manakkuppam | North-East | 3.50 km |
| Elandurai | North | 3.61 km |
| Thomal | West | 4.05 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Amoor
Public transport in the Amoor is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kandambakkam, while the nearest airport is Pondicherry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 42.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Viluppuram to Amoor is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Amoor
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Amoor village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Amoor
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Amoor 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Amoor
Where is Amoor located?
Amoor village is located in Thiruvennainallur Taluka, Viluppuram district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Amoor?
Amoor is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Amoor?
The pincode of Amoor is 607209.
What is the population of Amoor?
Amoor has a total population of 3,788, including 1,946 males and 1,842 females.
How many households are there in Amoor?
There are 855 households in Amoor.
What is the literacy rate in Amoor?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Amoor is 58.95%. Male literacy is 69.32% and female literacy is 47.99%.