Basic Details
Thirasu (திராசு) is a gram-panchayat village in Annagramam Block, Panruti Taluk, Cuddalore District, Tamil Nadu, located about 5 km from Panruti and 25 km from Cuddalore. It spans 184 ha (1.84 km²) and uses PIN 607205 (Tiruthuraiyur post office). The village consists of 252 households, totaling 1,060 residents, with a higher-than-average female-to-male ratio (~1,062 F/1,000 M).
Key Landmark
Thirasu is known for its pair of ancient shrines: the Paśupatīśvara Temple (dedicated to Shiva and Shakti) and the Muthalamman Temple, both revered by locals and attracting weekly Rāgukālam prayers every Sunday. Agriculture remains the mainstay, producing groundnut, sugarcane, tapioca, and jasmine.
Settlements
The panchayat includes:
Thirasu village,
Thirasu Colony,
Thirasu Palayam.
Neighboring villages within 2–3 km include Maligaimedu, Pulavanur, Kanisapakkam, Kandarakottai, and Pagandai. Thirasu lies near the Cuddalore–Puducherry border.
Streets & Amenities
Key amenities include:
PU Government Elementary School (“PUES Thirasu”)
Anganwadi Centre & PDS ration shop
Scattered water tanks & hand-pumps
Local shops, tea stalls, and communal spaces
Geography & Resources
Located in a fertile agro-region, Thirasu’s farmland (1.84 km²) is watered by nearby ponds and canals. The surrounding area supports seasonal crop cultivation and efficient irrigation networks.
Population & Lifestyle
Total Population: 1,060 (514 M, 546 F); child (0–6 yrs): 129 (53.5% girls)
Literacy: ~68.2–77.7% overall (M 76–86%; F 60–70%)
Scheduled Caste: ~56.8% (~602 individuals)
Workforce: ~49% engaged in work—allied to agriculture; most are main workers, with nearly 455 as agri-laborers and only 7 small cultivators
Day-to-day life blends agricultural routines, temple rituals, school activities, and neighborly tea-time discussions.
Transport
Rail: Nearest stations at Thiruthuraiyur and Panruti, approximately 5–10 km away
Bus: Both public and private bus services pass through or near the village, offering regional connectivity
✅ Summary
Thirasu is a small, culturally rich agricultural village in Cuddalore District, with around 1,060 residents and a strong female population ratio. It is notable for its local heritage temples, high agricultural workforce, and moderate literacy (~70%). The village offers basic amenities—schools, water resources, transport links—and its proximity to Panruti and the Puducherry border makes it a settled rural hub.
