Viragalur - Lalgudi, Tiruchirappalli
Viragalur is a village situated in the Lalgudi taluka of Tiruchirappalli district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lalgudi and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Tiruchirappalli. Thinnakulam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Viragalur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Viragalur is 635933. The village covers a total geographical area of 1182.33 hectares and falls under the 621722 pincode. Pullampadi is the nearest town.
Viragalur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President 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 Viragalur
According to the 2011 Census, Viragalur village had a total population of 4,466 people, including 2,285 males and 2,181 females, living in 1,163 households. The sex ratio was 954 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.34%, with male literacy at 94.04% and female literacy at 80.41%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 113, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 12.
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 | 4,466 | 2,285 | 2,181 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 343 | 189 | 154 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 113 | 55 | 58 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 8 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 3,601 | 1,971 | 1,630 |
| Illiterate Population | 865 | 314 | 551 |
Nearby Villages of Viragalur
Viragalur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Alambadi | North-East | 2.46 km |
| Vanarangudi | South | 2.80 km |
| Alambakkam | North-West | 3.11 km |
| Vitalapuram | South | 3.28 km |
| Nathamangudi | West | 3.57 km |
| Pudurpalayam | North | 3.75 km |
| Koothur | South | 3.98 km |
| Sathanur | South-East | 4.11 km |
| Maharajapuram | South-East | 4.12 km |
| Vishnampettai | South-West | 4.34 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Viragalur
Public transport in the Viragalur is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kallakkudi Plgh, while the nearest airport is Tiruchirapally Civil Airport Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 25.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Tiruchirappalli to Viragalur is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Viragalur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Viragalur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Viragalur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Viragalur 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 Viragalur
Where is Viragalur located?
Viragalur village is located in Lalgudi Taluka, Tiruchirappalli district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Viragalur?
The Gram Panchayat of Viragalur is Thinnakulam.
What is the pincode of Viragalur?
The pincode of Viragalur is 621722.
What is the population of Viragalur?
Viragalur had a total population of 4,466, including 2,285 males and 2,181 females.
How many households are there in Viragalur?
Viragalur had 1,163 households.
What is the literacy rate in Viragalur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Viragalur was 87.34%. Male literacy was 94.04% and female literacy was 80.41%.