Murungatholuvu - Perundurai, Erode
Murungatholuvu is a village situated in the Perundurai taluka of Erode district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Perundurai and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Erode. Murungatholuvu village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Murungatholuvu is 635008. The village covers a total geographical area of 2801.27 hectares and falls under the 638112 pincode. Chennimalai is the nearest town.
Murungatholuvu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kangayam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Erode Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Murungatholuvu
As per Census 2011, Murungatholuvu village has a total population of 7,097 people, consisting of 3,614 males and 3,483 females. The village has 2,166 households and a sex ratio of 963 females per 1,000 males. There are 513 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,517 literate and 2,580 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,172 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Murungatholuvu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,097 | 3,614 | 3,483 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 513 | 264 | 249 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,172 | 599 | 573 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 4,517 | 2,605 | 1,912 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,580 | 1,009 | 1,571 |
Nearby Villages of Murungatholuvu
Murungatholuvu 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 Murungatholuvu
Murungatholuvu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Erode to Murungatholuvu is about 32 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 Murungatholuvu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Murungatholuvu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Murungatholuvu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Murungatholuvu 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 Murungatholuvu
Where is Murungatholuvu located?
Murungatholuvu village is located in Perundurai Taluka, Erode district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Murungatholuvu?
Murungatholuvu is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Murungatholuvu?
The pincode of Murungatholuvu is 638112.
What is the population of Murungatholuvu?
Murungatholuvu has a total population of 7,097, including 3,614 males and 3,483 females.
How many households are there in Murungatholuvu?
There are 2,166 households in Murungatholuvu.
What is the literacy rate in Murungatholuvu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Murungatholuvu is 63.65%. Male literacy is 72.08% and female literacy is 54.90%.