Basic Details
Anniyur is a gram‑panchayat village in Kanai (Vikravandi) Block, Viluppuram District, Tamil Nadu. It spans approximately 787.5 hectares (7.9 km²), lies about 21 km north of Viluppuram town, and uses PIN code 605202 under the Anniyur Branch Office.
Key Landmark
Known historically as “Ramanatheesuram”, Anniyur dates back to the Chola and Pallava eras (12th century), and hosts two ancient temples: a Vishnu temple built by Krishna Devaraya’s minister Bethanna, and a Pallava-era Shiva temple—notable for a 30‑ft monolithic pillar.
Settlements
The main village is complemented by Anniyur Colony, with other nearby habitations including Porur, Vellayampattu, Kaliyanampoondi, Panamalai, and Karuvatchi .
Streets & Amenities
Anniyur features:
Panchayat Office and Anganwadi Centre
PU Primary & Middle Schools, Government High Schools (Boys & Girls), plus private institutions like Olive Tree Matric and Bentick English School
Corporation Bank & health sub-centre/hospital
PDS ration shop, water tanks, hand pumps, tea stalls, grocery shops, salons
Bus services connecting to Viluppuram, Gingee, Thirukovilur, etc.
Geography & Resources
Anniyur spans ~787.5 ha. Roughly 340 ha agricultural land, with about 208 ha irrigated (via wells/tanks) and 132 ha rainfed; the remainder covers fallow and non‑farm areas. It’s located near the Ponnaiyar River and connected to NH‑32/332 road networks.
Population & Lifestyle
Population (2011): ~4,780 (2,412 M / 2,368 F); sex ratio ~981 F/1,000 M
Households: 1,096; average ~4 people per household
Child (0–6 yrs): 571 (female 287; male 284)
Literacy: 58.2% (Male 66.6%, Female 49.7%)
Scheduled Castes: ~963 (~20%)
Workforce: 48.4%, primarily in agriculture (sugarcane farmers historically)
The local economy centers on sugar‑cane farming (sold to Rajshree Mills) and daily wage labour. Lifestyle blends agricultural routine with cultural activities—like the annual Murugan temple festival every Thai month.
Transport
Bus: Both public and private buses operate via several routes from Anniyur to Viluppuram, Gingee, Thirukovilur, etc.
Rail: Nearest railhead is Viluppuram Junction (~21 km); no station within 10 km
✅ Summary
Anniyur is a historically significant agrarian village with roots stretching back to the Chola-Pallava era. Today, it supports a population of ~4,800 with moderate literacy, primary education up to HSC, basic banking, healthcare, and road connectivity. The economy revolves around sugar‑cane and mixed farming. Cultural life peaks during the Murugan temple festivals.