Appadurai - Lalgudi, Tiruchirappalli
Appadurai is a village situated in the Lalgudi taluka of Tiruchirappalli district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lalgudi and around 15 km from the district headquarters in Tiruchirappalli. Appadurai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Appadurai is 635948. The village covers a total geographical area of 323.53 hectares and falls under the 621218 pincode. Manachanallur is the nearest town.
Appadurai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lalgudi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Perambalur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Appadurai
As per Census 2011, Appadurai village has a total population of 3,256 people, consisting of 1,595 males and 1,661 females. The village has 829 households and a sex ratio of 1,041 females per 1,000 males. There are 305 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,635 literate and 621 illiterate residents. Additionally, 784 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Appadurai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,256 | 1,595 | 1,661 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 305 | 142 | 163 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 784 | 359 | 425 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 2,635 | 1,380 | 1,255 |
| Illiterate Population | 621 | 215 | 406 |
Nearby Villages of Appadurai
Appadurai 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Esanakorai | South-East | 1.41 km |
| Thalakudi (ct) | West | 1.73 km |
| Pudukkudi | North-East | 1.79 km |
| Madakudi | North | 2.77 km |
| T.valavanoor | South-East | 2.92 km |
| Sirumarudhur | North-East | 2.96 km |
| Koothur | North-West | 3.01 km |
| Valadi | East | 3.36 km |
| Pichandarkovil (ct) | West | 3.63 km |
| V.thuraiyur | North-East | 3.66 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Appadurai
Public transport in the Appadurai is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Valadi, while the nearest airport is Tiruchirapally Civil Airport Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 9.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Tiruchirappalli to Appadurai is about 15 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Appadurai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Appadurai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Appadurai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Appadurai 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 Appadurai
Where is Appadurai located?
Appadurai village is located in Lalgudi Taluka, Tiruchirappalli district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Appadurai?
Appadurai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Appadurai?
The pincode of Appadurai is 621218.
What is the population of Appadurai?
Appadurai has a total population of 3,256, including 1,595 males and 1,661 females.
How many households are there in Appadurai?
There are 829 households in Appadurai.
What is the literacy rate in Appadurai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Appadurai is 80.93%. Male literacy is 86.52% and female literacy is 75.56%.