Viriankottai - Peravurani, Thanjavur
Viriankottai is a village situated in the Peravurani taluka of Thanjavur district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Peravurani and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Thanjavur. Mudachikadu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Viriankottai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Viriankottai is 639168. The village covers a total geographical area of 1050.91 hectares and falls under the 614904 pincode. Peravurani is the nearest town.
Viriankottai 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 Viriankottai
As per Census 2011, Viriankottai village has a total population of 5,185 people, consisting of 2,470 males and 2,715 females. The village has 1,373 households and a sex ratio of 1,099 females per 1,000 males. There are 467 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,751 literate and 1,434 illiterate residents. Additionally, 335 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Viriankottai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,185 | 2,470 | 2,715 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 467 | 217 | 250 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 335 | 166 | 169 |
| Literate Population | 3,751 | 1,970 | 1,781 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,434 | 500 | 934 |
Nearby Villages of Viriankottai
Viriankottai 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kaivinivayal | South | 1.48 km |
| Vathalaikadu | North | 2.05 km |
| Regunayagipuram | South-East | 3.02 km |
| Reghunathapuram | North-West | 3.05 km |
| Umathanadu | South | 3.11 km |
| Murungapallam | East | 3.19 km |
| Kalanivasal | West | 3.39 km |
| Periakathikottai | South-West | 3.58 km |
| Sandampettai | North-East | 3.95 km |
| Thuraiyur | South-East | 4.02 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Viriankottai
Viriankottai 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 60.0 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 Viriankottai is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Viriankottai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Viriankottai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Viriankottai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Viriankottai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Viriankottai
Where is Viriankottai located?
Viriankottai village is located in Peravurani Taluka, Thanjavur district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Viriankottai?
The Gram Panchayat of Viriankottai is Mudachikadu.
What is the pincode of Viriankottai?
The pincode of Viriankottai is 614904.
What is the population of Viriankottai?
Viriankottai has a total population of 5,185, including 2,470 males and 2,715 females.
How many households are there in Viriankottai?
There are 1,373 households in Viriankottai.
What is the literacy rate in Viriankottai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Viriankottai is 72.34%. Male literacy is 79.76% and female literacy is 65.60%.