Aranganur - Mettur, Salem
Aranganur is a village situated in the Mettur taluka of Salem district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mettur and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Salem. Aranganoor serves as the Gram Panchayat for Aranganur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Aranganur is 633783. The village covers a total geographical area of 1191.06 hectares and falls under the 636451 pincode. Mecheri is the nearest town.
Aranganur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mettur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dharmapuri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Aranganur
As per Census 2011, Aranganur village has a total population of 6,899 people, consisting of 3,597 males and 3,302 females. The village has 1,672 households and a sex ratio of 917 females per 1,000 males. There are 712 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,011 literate and 2,888 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,916 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Aranganur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,899 | 3,597 | 3,302 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 712 | 367 | 345 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,916 | 1,521 | 1,395 |
| Literate Population | 4,011 | 2,304 | 1,707 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,888 | 1,293 | 1,595 |
Nearby Villages of Aranganur
Aranganur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chinnasattappadi | South-West | 2.10 km |
| Periyasattappadi | South-West | 2.60 km |
| Semmandapatti | South-East | 3.16 km |
| Olaipatti | South | 3.22 km |
| Marakkottai | North-East | 4.26 km |
| Manathal Nallakavundampatti | South-West | 4.40 km |
| Bukkampatti | North | 4.48 km |
| Banapuram | West | 4.54 km |
| Koppampatti | West | 4.72 km |
| Kattaperiyampatti | South | 4.81 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Aranganur
Aranganur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Semmandappatti, while the nearest airport is Salem Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 6.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Salem to Aranganur is about 28 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 Aranganur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Aranganur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Aranganur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Aranganur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Aranganur
Where is Aranganur located?
Aranganur village is located in Mettur Taluka, Salem district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Aranganur?
The Gram Panchayat of Aranganur is Aranganoor.
What is the pincode of Aranganur?
The pincode of Aranganur is 636451.
What is the population of Aranganur?
Aranganur has a total population of 6,899, including 3,597 males and 3,302 females.
How many households are there in Aranganur?
There are 1,672 households in Aranganur.
What is the literacy rate in Aranganur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Aranganur is 58.14%. Male literacy is 64.05% and female literacy is 51.70%.