Amarakundhi - Omalur, Salem
Amarakundhi is a village situated in the Omalur taluka of Salem district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Omalur and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Salem. Amaragundhi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Amarakundhi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Amarakundhi is 633843. The village covers a total geographical area of 649.26 hectares and falls under the 636503 pincode. Dhramangalam is the nearest town.
Amarakundhi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Omalur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Salem Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Amarakundhi
As per Census 2011, Amarakundhi village has a total population of 6,100 people, consisting of 3,219 males and 2,881 females. The village has 1,567 households and a sex ratio of 894 females per 1,000 males. There are 644 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,663 literate and 2,437 illiterate residents. Additionally, 341 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Amarakundhi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,100 | 3,219 | 2,881 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 644 | 330 | 314 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 341 | 180 | 161 |
| Literate Population | 3,663 | 2,188 | 1,475 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,437 | 1,031 | 1,406 |
Nearby Villages of Amarakundhi
Amarakundhi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Vedappatti | South-East | 1.86 km |
| Mallikuttai | North-West | 1.93 km |
| Tharamangalam | South | 1.94 km |
| Tholasampatti | North-East | 2.11 km |
| Periyerippatti | East | 2.86 km |
| Mallikuttappatti | North-West | 3.28 km |
| Arurpatti | South-West | 3.32 km |
| T.maramangalam | North-East | 3.34 km |
| Manathal | North | 3.81 km |
| Chinnasoragai | West | 4.21 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Amarakundhi
Amarakundhi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Tolasampatti, while the nearest airport is Salem Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 9.4 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 Amarakundhi is about 35 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 Amarakundhi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Amarakundhi 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 Amarakundhi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Amarakundhi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Amarakundhi
Where is Amarakundhi located?
Amarakundhi village is located in Omalur Taluka, Salem district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Amarakundhi?
The Gram Panchayat of Amarakundhi is Amaragundhi.
What is the pincode of Amarakundhi?
The pincode of Amarakundhi is 636503.
What is the population of Amarakundhi?
Amarakundhi has a total population of 6,100, including 3,219 males and 2,881 females.
How many households are there in Amarakundhi?
There are 1,567 households in Amarakundhi.
What is the literacy rate in Amarakundhi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Amarakundhi is 60.05%. Male literacy is 67.97% and female literacy is 51.20%.