Irungalur - Manachanallur, Tiruchirappalli
Irungalur is a village situated in the Manachanallur taluka of Tiruchirappalli district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Manachanallur and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Tiruchirappalli. Irungalur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Irungalur is 635854. The village covers a total geographical area of 1040.61 hectares and falls under the 621105 pincode. Kannanur is the nearest town.
Irungalur 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 Irungalur
As per Census 2011, Irungalur village has a total population of 9,367 people, consisting of 4,876 males and 4,491 females. The village has 2,155 households and a sex ratio of 921 females per 1,000 males. There are 840 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 7,240 literate and 2,127 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,285 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 16 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Irungalur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,367 | 4,876 | 4,491 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 840 | 425 | 415 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,285 | 665 | 620 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 16 | - |
| Literate Population | 7,240 | 4,044 | 3,196 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,127 | 832 | 1,295 |
Nearby Villages of Irungalur
Irungalur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mahilambadi | South-East | 1.98 km |
| Samayapuram | South-West | 2.58 km |
| Konalai | North | 3.09 km |
| Ayikudi | North-West | 3.63 km |
| Thachankurichi | East | 4.80 km |
| Marudhur | South | 4.97 km |
| Puduruthamanur | South-East | 5.09 km |
| Thathamangalam | North-West | 5.58 km |
| Ayyampalayam | West | 5.88 km |
| V.thuraiyur | South | 5.91 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Irungalur
Irungalur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 16.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Tiruchirappalli to Irungalur is about 18 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 Irungalur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Irungalur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Irungalur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Irungalur 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 Irungalur
Where is Irungalur located?
Irungalur village is located in Manachanallur Taluka, Tiruchirappalli district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Irungalur?
Irungalur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Irungalur?
The pincode of Irungalur is 621105.
What is the population of Irungalur?
Irungalur has a total population of 9,367, including 4,876 males and 4,491 females.
How many households are there in Irungalur?
There are 2,155 households in Irungalur.
What is the literacy rate in Irungalur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Irungalur is 77.29%. Male literacy is 82.94% and female literacy is 71.16%.