Edumalai - Manachanallur, Tiruchirappalli
Edumalai is a village situated in the Manachanallur taluka of Tiruchirappalli district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Manachanallur and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Tiruchirappalli. Edumalai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Edumalai is 635839. The village covers a total geographical area of 1656.9 hectares and falls under the 621007 pincode. Manachanallur is the nearest town.
Edumalai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manachanallur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Perambalur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Edumalai
According to the 2011 Census, Edumalai village had a total population of 3,916 people, including 1,967 males and 1,949 females, living in 1,074 households. The sex ratio was 991 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.63%, with male literacy at 84.40% and female literacy at 64.66%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 741, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 5.
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 | 3,916 | 1,967 | 1,949 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 388 | 185 | 203 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 741 | 368 | 373 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 2,633 | 1,504 | 1,129 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,283 | 463 | 820 |
Nearby Villages of Edumalai
Edumalai is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Edumalai
Edumalai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Edumalai has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Tiruchirappalli to Edumalai is about 30 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 Edumalai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Edumalai 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 Edumalai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Edumalai 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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Edumalai
Where is Edumalai located?
Edumalai village is located in Manachanallur Taluka, Tiruchirappalli district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Edumalai?
Edumalai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Edumalai?
The pincode of Edumalai is 621007.
What is the population of Edumalai?
Edumalai had a total population of 3,916, including 1,967 males and 1,949 females.
How many households are there in Edumalai?
Edumalai had 1,074 households.
What is the literacy rate in Edumalai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Edumalai was 74.63%. Male literacy was 84.40% and female literacy was 64.66%.