Vilangulam - Peravurani, Thanjavur
Vilangulam is a village situated in the Peravurani taluka of Thanjavur district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Peravurani and around 94 km from the district headquarters in Thanjavur. Vilangulam village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vilangulam is 639201. The village covers a total geographical area of 804.67 hectares and falls under the 614612 pincode. Peravurani is the nearest town.
Vilangulam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Peravurani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Thanjavur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Vilangulam
As per Census 2011, Vilangulam village has a total population of 2,437 people, consisting of 1,223 males and 1,214 females. The village has 637 households and a sex ratio of 992 females per 1,000 males. There are 256 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,829 literate and 608 illiterate residents. Additionally, 514 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vilangulam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,437 | 1,223 | 1,214 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 256 | 128 | 128 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 514 | 255 | 259 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 1,829 | 979 | 850 |
| Illiterate Population | 608 | 244 | 364 |
Nearby Villages of Vilangulam
Vilangulam 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sendalaivayal | South-East | 2.28 km |
| Ruthirachinthamani | North-West | 2.31 km |
| Adaikkathevan | East | 2.47 km |
| Pethanachivayal | North-East | 2.51 km |
| Solaikkadu | South | 2.58 km |
| Maravanvayal | North-East | 3.20 km |
| Periakathikottai | North | 3.87 km |
| Umathanadu | North | 3.94 km |
| Korathur Ukkadai | North-West | 4.09 km |
| Tiruvathevan | South | 4.30 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Vilangulam
Vilangulam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Atirampattinam, while the nearest airport is Tiruchirapally Civil Airport Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 63.4 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 Thanjavur to Vilangulam is about 94 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vilangulam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vilangulam 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 Vilangulam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vilangulam 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) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Vilangulam
Where is Vilangulam located?
Vilangulam village is located in Peravurani Taluka, Thanjavur district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vilangulam?
Vilangulam is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vilangulam?
The pincode of Vilangulam is 614612.
What is the population of Vilangulam?
Vilangulam has a total population of 2,437, including 1,223 males and 1,214 females.
How many households are there in Vilangulam?
There are 637 households in Vilangulam.
What is the literacy rate in Vilangulam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vilangulam is 75.05%. Male literacy is 80.05% and female literacy is 70.02%.