Nagayapuram - Peraiyur, Madurai
Nagayapuram is a village situated in the Peraiyur taluka of Madurai district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Peraiyur and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Madurai. Muthunagaiapuram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nagayapuram village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nagayapuram is 640872. The village covers a total geographical area of 50.72 hectares and falls under the 625704 pincode. Peraiyur is the nearest town.
Nagayapuram village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Thirumangalam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Virudhunagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nagayapuram
According to the 2011 Census, Nagayapuram village had a total population of 424 people, including 213 males and 211 females, living in 117 households. The sex ratio was 991 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.34%, with male literacy at 88.17% and female literacy at 68.62%.
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 | 424 | 213 | 211 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 27 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 293 | 164 | 129 |
| Illiterate Population | 131 | 49 | 82 |
Nearby Villages of Nagayapuram
Nagayapuram 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 Nagayapuram
Nagayapuram 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Madurai to Nagayapuram is about 40 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 Nagayapuram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nagayapuram village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Nagayapuram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nagayapuram village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Nagayapuram
Where is Nagayapuram located?
Nagayapuram village is located in Peraiyur Taluka, Madurai district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nagayapuram?
The Gram Panchayat of Nagayapuram is Muthunagaiapuram.
What is the pincode of Nagayapuram?
The pincode of Nagayapuram is 625704.
What is the population of Nagayapuram?
Nagayapuram had a total population of 424, including 213 males and 211 females.
How many households are there in Nagayapuram?
Nagayapuram had 117 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nagayapuram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nagayapuram was 78.34%. Male literacy was 88.17% and female literacy was 68.62%.