Virachilai I Bit - Thirumayam, Pudukkottai
Virachilai I Bit is a village situated in the Thirumayam taluka of Pudukkottai district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thirumayam and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Pudukkottai. Aranginapatti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Virachilai I Bit village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Virachilai I Bit is 639460. The village covers a total geographical area of 1864.75 hectares and falls under the 622412 pincode. Pudukkottai is the nearest town.
Virachilai I Bit village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Thirumayam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sivaganga Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Virachilai I Bit
As per Census 2011, Virachilai I Bit village has a total population of 7,006 people, consisting of 3,528 males and 3,478 females. The village has 1,660 households and a sex ratio of 985 females per 1,000 males. There are 699 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,578 literate and 2,428 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,277 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Virachilai I Bit are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,006 | 3,528 | 3,478 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 699 | 362 | 337 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,277 | 654 | 623 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 6 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 4,578 | 2,596 | 1,982 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,428 | 932 | 1,496 |
Nearby Villages of Virachilai I Bit
Virachilai I Bit 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Neikonam | South-East | 1.85 km |
| Virachilai Ii Bit | South | 3.36 km |
| Kulamangalam | North | 3.79 km |
| Perendurai | South-East | 4.02 km |
| Kannanoor I Bit | South-West | 4.19 km |
| Melappanaiyur | North-West | 4.20 km |
| Kulipirai | West | 5.05 km |
| Lembalakudi | East | 5.31 km |
| Athur | West | 5.50 km |
| Melur | South-East | 5.96 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Virachilai I Bit
Virachilai I Bit is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Tirumayam, while the nearest airport is Tiruchirapally Civil Airport Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 39.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Pudukkottai to Virachilai I Bit is about 25 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 Virachilai I Bit
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Virachilai I Bit village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Virachilai I Bit
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Virachilai I Bit 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 Virachilai I Bit
Where is Virachilai I Bit located?
Virachilai I Bit village is located in Thirumayam Taluka, Pudukkottai district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Virachilai I Bit?
The Gram Panchayat of Virachilai I Bit is Aranginapatti.
What is the pincode of Virachilai I Bit?
The pincode of Virachilai I Bit is 622412.
What is the population of Virachilai I Bit?
Virachilai I Bit has a total population of 7,006, including 3,528 males and 3,478 females.
How many households are there in Virachilai I Bit?
There are 1,660 households in Virachilai I Bit.
What is the literacy rate in Virachilai I Bit?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Virachilai I Bit is 65.34%. Male literacy is 73.58% and female literacy is 56.99%.