Musiri - Tiruchengode, Namakkal
Musiri is a village situated in the Tiruchengode taluka of Namakkal district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tiruchengode and around 15 km from the district headquarters in Namakkal. Akkalampatti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Musiri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Musiri is 634467. The village covers a total geographical area of 1614.81 hectares and falls under the 637018 pincode. Namakkal is the nearest town.
Musiri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Paramathi-velur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Namakkal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Musiri
As per Census 2011, Musiri village has a total population of 2,608 people, consisting of 1,288 males and 1,320 females. The village has 755 households and a sex ratio of 1,024 females per 1,000 males. There are 183 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,664 literate and 944 illiterate residents. Additionally, 582 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Musiri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,608 | 1,288 | 1,320 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 183 | 102 | 81 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 582 | 301 | 281 |
| Literate Population | 1,664 | 947 | 717 |
| Illiterate Population | 944 | 341 | 603 |
Nearby Villages of Musiri
Musiri 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Puthur East | South | 2.55 km |
| Karadipatti Thanathampatti | East | 3.03 km |
| Thondipatti | North-West | 3.31 km |
| Dadhadripuram Karadipatti | North-East | 3.44 km |
| Elur | North-East | 3.92 km |
| Mavureddipatti | West | 3.94 km |
| Karadippatti | East | 4.42 km |
| Bommanpatti | South-East | 4.77 km |
| Dadhadripuram | North-East | 5.07 km |
| Manathi | South-West | 5.23 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Musiri
Musiri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Pasur, while the nearest airport is Salem Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 38.7 km.
| 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 Namakkal to Musiri is about 15 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Musiri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Musiri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Musiri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Musiri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Musiri
Where is Musiri located?
Musiri village is located in Tiruchengode Taluka, Namakkal district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Musiri?
The Gram Panchayat of Musiri is Akkalampatti.
What is the pincode of Musiri?
The pincode of Musiri is 637018.
What is the population of Musiri?
Musiri has a total population of 2,608, including 1,288 males and 1,320 females.
How many households are there in Musiri?
There are 755 households in Musiri.
What is the literacy rate in Musiri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Musiri is 63.80%. Male literacy is 73.52% and female literacy is 54.32%.