Venkathangudi - Muthupettai, Thiruvarur
Venkathangudi is a village situated in the Muthupettai taluka of Thiruvarur district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 26 km from Mannargudi and around 51 km from Thiruvarur. Vengathankudi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Venkathangudi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Venkathangudi is 638300. The village covers a total geographical area of 382.8 hectares and falls under the 614710 pincode. Thiruthuraipoondi is the nearest town.
Venkathangudi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Thiruthuraipoondi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nagapattinam Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Venkathangudi
As per Census 2011, Venkathangudi village has a total population of 1,446 people, consisting of 738 males and 708 females. The village has 367 households and a sex ratio of 959 females per 1,000 males. There are 152 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,047 literate and 399 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,105 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Venkathangudi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,446 | 738 | 708 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 152 | 75 | 77 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,105 | 556 | 549 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,047 | 587 | 460 |
| Illiterate Population | 399 | 151 | 248 |
Nearby Villages of Venkathangudi
Venkathangudi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Manankathankottagam | South-West | 1.92 km |
| Keluvathur | West | 2.23 km |
| Nallur | North | 2.36 km |
| Therkkunanallur | South | 2.77 km |
| Akkarai Kottagam | North-East | 3.01 km |
| Orathur | North-West | 3.43 km |
| Kulamanickam | South-East | 3.99 km |
| Thenparai | West | 4.37 km |
| Vattar | North | 4.49 km |
| Thirukkalar | North-East | 4.97 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Venkathangudi
Venkathangudi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Mannargudi, while the nearest airport is Tiruchirapally Civil Airport Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 70.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Thiruvarur to Venkathangudi is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Venkathangudi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Venkathangudi 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 Venkathangudi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Venkathangudi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Venkathangudi
Where is Venkathangudi located?
Venkathangudi village is located in Muthupettai Taluka, Thiruvarur district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Venkathangudi?
The Gram Panchayat of Venkathangudi is Vengathankudi.
What is the pincode of Venkathangudi?
The pincode of Venkathangudi is 614710.
What is the population of Venkathangudi?
Venkathangudi has a total population of 1,446, including 738 males and 708 females.
How many households are there in Venkathangudi?
There are 367 households in Venkathangudi.
What is the literacy rate in Venkathangudi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Venkathangudi is 72.41%. Male literacy is 79.54% and female literacy is 64.97%.