Injur - Ponneri, Thiruvallur
Injur is a village situated in the Ponneri taluka of Thiruvallur district, Tamil Nadu. Poongulam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Injur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Injur is 628631. The village covers a total geographical area of 184.35 hectares and falls under the 601201 pincode. Gummidipoondi is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Injur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ponneri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tiruvallur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Injur
According to the 2011 Census, Injur village had a total population of 256 people, including 141 males and 115 females, living in 63 households. The sex ratio was 816 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.09%, with male literacy at 70.49% and female literacy at 48.11%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 256 | 141 | 115 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 19 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 137 | 86 | 51 |
| Illiterate Population | 119 | 55 | 64 |
Nearby Villages of Injur
Injur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Seliambedu | East | 1.12 km |
| Umipedu | South-West | 1.48 km |
| Poongulam | North | 1.56 km |
| Kanganimedu | South | 1.61 km |
| Keerapakkam | East | 2.45 km |
| Mangodu | North-East | 2.48 km |
| Devambattu | South-East | 2.54 km |
| Melakalani | West | 2.61 km |
| Senganyam | South | 2.74 km |
| Agaram | South-East | 2.92 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Injur
Injur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Elavur, while the nearest airport is Chennai International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 1.5 |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 1.5 |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gummidipoondi to Injur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Injur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Injur 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Injur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Injur 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Injur
Where is Injur located?
Injur village is located in Ponneri Taluka, Thiruvallur district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Injur?
The Gram Panchayat of Injur is Poongulam.
What is the pincode of Injur?
The pincode of Injur is 601201.
What is the population of Injur?
Injur had a total population of 256, including 141 males and 115 females.
How many households are there in Injur?
Injur had 63 households.
What is the literacy rate in Injur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Injur was 60.09%. Male literacy was 70.49% and female literacy was 48.11%.