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
According to the 2011 Census, Irungalur village had a total population of 9,367 people, including 4,876 males and 4,491 females, living in 2,155 households. The sex ratio was 921 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.91%, with male literacy at 90.86% and female literacy at 78.41%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,285, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 16.
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 | 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 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 9,367, including 4,876 males and 4,491 females.
How many households are there in Irungalur?
Irungalur had 2,155 households.
What is the literacy rate in Irungalur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Irungalur was 84.91%. Male literacy was 90.86% and female literacy was 78.41%.