Purasaloor - Aruppukkottai, Virudhunagar
Purasaloor is a village situated in the Aruppukkottai taluka of Virudhunagar district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Aruppukkottai and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Virudhunagar. K.vagaikulam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purasaloor village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purasaloor is 641695. The village covers a total geographical area of 1183.19 hectares and falls under the 626105 pincode. Kamuthi is the nearest town.
Purasaloor village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tiruchuli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ramanathapuram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Purasaloor
According to the 2011 Census, Purasaloor village had a total population of 1,663 people, including 859 males and 804 females, living in 433 households. The sex ratio was 936 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.23%, with male literacy at 94.02% and female literacy at 78.01%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 797.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,663 | 859 | 804 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 196 | 106 | 90 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 797 | 421 | 376 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,265 | 708 | 557 |
| Illiterate Population | 398 | 151 | 247 |
Nearby Villages of Purasaloor
Purasaloor 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 Purasaloor
Purasaloor is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Virudhunagar to Purasaloor is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Purasaloor
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purasaloor village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Purasaloor
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purasaloor 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) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Purasaloor
Where is Purasaloor located?
Purasaloor village is located in Aruppukkottai Taluka, Virudhunagar district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purasaloor?
The Gram Panchayat of Purasaloor is K.vagaikulam.
What is the pincode of Purasaloor?
The pincode of Purasaloor is 626105.
What is the population of Purasaloor?
Purasaloor had a total population of 1,663, including 859 males and 804 females.
How many households are there in Purasaloor?
Purasaloor had 433 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purasaloor?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purasaloor was 86.23%. Male literacy was 94.02% and female literacy was 78.01%.