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 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 Viragalur
As per Census 2011, Viragalur village has a total population of 4,466 people, consisting of 2,285 males and 2,181 females. The village has 1,163 households and a sex ratio of 954 females per 1,000 males. There are 343 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,601 literate and 865 illiterate residents. Additionally, 113 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 12 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Viragalur are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 4,466, including 2,285 males and 2,181 females.
How many households are there in Viragalur?
There are 1,163 households in Viragalur.
What is the literacy rate in Viragalur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Viragalur is 80.63%. Male literacy is 86.26% and female literacy is 74.74%.