Thorangur - Kalvarayan Hills, Kallakurichi
Thorangur is a village situated in the Kalvarayan Hills taluka of Kallakurichi district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 50 km from Sankarapuram and around 110 km from Viluppuram. Varagur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thorangur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thorangur is 633405. The village covers a total geographical area of 1301.95 hectares and falls under the 606209 pincode. Attur is the nearest town.
Thorangur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sankarapuram Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kallakurichi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Thorangur
As per Census 2011, Thorangur village has a total population of 741 people, consisting of 352 males and 389 females. The village has 133 households and a sex ratio of 1,105 females per 1,000 males. There are 127 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 118 literate and 623 illiterate residents. Additionally, 736 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Thorangur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 741 | 352 | 389 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 127 | 60 | 67 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 736 | 351 | 385 |
| Literate Population | 118 | 83 | 35 |
| Illiterate Population | 623 | 269 | 354 |
Nearby Villages of Thorangur
Thorangur 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 Thorangur
Thorangur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Thorangur has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Thorangur is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thorangur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thorangur 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 Thorangur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thorangur 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 Thorangur
Where is Thorangur located?
Thorangur village is located in Kalvarayan Hills Taluka, Kallakurichi district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thorangur?
The Gram Panchayat of Thorangur is Varagur.
What is the pincode of Thorangur?
The pincode of Thorangur is 606209.
What is the population of Thorangur?
Thorangur has a total population of 741, including 352 males and 389 females.
How many households are there in Thorangur?
There are 133 households in Thorangur.
What is the literacy rate in Thorangur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thorangur is 15.92%. Male literacy is 23.58% and female literacy is 9.00%.