Agaraelathur - Sirkali, Mayiladuthurai
Agaraelathur is a village situated in the Sirkali taluka of Mayiladuthurai district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 12 km from Sirkali and around 75 km from Nagapattinam. Agaraelathur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Agaraelathur is 637398. The village covers a total geographical area of 617.54 hectares and falls under the 609116 pincode. Sirkali is the nearest town.
Agaraelathur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sirkazhi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayiladuthurai Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Agaraelathur
As per Census 2011, Agaraelathur village has a total population of 2,645 people, consisting of 1,353 males and 1,292 females. The village has 643 households and a sex ratio of 954 females per 1,000 males. There are 254 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,106 literate and 539 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,029 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 13 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Agaraelathur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,645 | 1,353 | 1,292 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 254 | 132 | 122 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,029 | 536 | 493 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 8 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 2,106 | 1,130 | 976 |
| Illiterate Population | 539 | 223 | 316 |
Nearby Villages of Agaraelathur
Agaraelathur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Chidambara Arasur | West | 2.23 km |
| Kondal | South-East | 2.28 km |
| Vadarengam | North | 2.68 km |
| Kurichi | South-West | 2.89 km |
| Keelamathur | East | 2.92 km |
| Valluvakudi | East | 2.93 km |
| Kunnam | North-East | 3.32 km |
| Elanthoppu | South | 3.54 km |
| Vellur | North-West | 3.58 km |
| Kaduvangudi | South-West | 3.83 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Agaraelathur
Agaraelathur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Arasur, while the nearest airport is Pondicherry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 61.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Nagapattinam to Agaraelathur is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Agaraelathur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Agaraelathur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Agaraelathur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Agaraelathur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Agaraelathur
Where is Agaraelathur located?
Agaraelathur village is located in Sirkali Taluka, Mayiladuthurai district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Agaraelathur?
Agaraelathur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Agaraelathur?
The pincode of Agaraelathur is 609116.
What is the population of Agaraelathur?
Agaraelathur has a total population of 2,645, including 1,353 males and 1,292 females.
How many households are there in Agaraelathur?
There are 643 households in Agaraelathur.
What is the literacy rate in Agaraelathur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Agaraelathur is 79.62%. Male literacy is 83.52% and female literacy is 75.54%.