Vengaikurichi - Manapparai, Tiruchirappalli
Vengaikurichi is a village situated in the Manapparai taluka of Tiruchirappalli district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Manapparai and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Tiruchirappalli. Vengaikurichi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vengaikurichi is 636058. The village covers a total geographical area of 1112.42 hectares and falls under the 621307 pincode. Manapparai is the nearest town.
Vengaikurichi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manapparai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Karur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Vengaikurichi
As per Census 2011, Vengaikurichi village has a total population of 5,022 people, consisting of 2,589 males and 2,433 females. The village has 1,201 households and a sex ratio of 939 females per 1,000 males. There are 516 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,283 literate and 1,739 illiterate residents. Additionally, 811 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vengaikurichi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,022 | 2,589 | 2,433 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 516 | 270 | 246 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 811 | 402 | 409 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 3,283 | 1,912 | 1,371 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,739 | 677 | 1,062 |
Nearby Villages of Vengaikurichi
Vengaikurichi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Malayadipatti | South | 1.67 km |
| Amayapuram | North | 2.78 km |
| Vadagupatti | East | 3.24 km |
| Amayapuram Rf | North | 3.50 km |
| Chettiapatti | South | 3.85 km |
| Palayakottai | West | 5.11 km |
| Poigaipatti | South-East | 5.19 km |
| Poigaimalai Rf | East | 5.29 km |
| Nallampillai | North | 5.88 km |
| Thoppampatti | North-East | 7.20 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Vengaikurichi
Public transport in the Vengaikurichi is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Chettiyapatti, while the nearest airport is Tiruchirapally Civil Airport Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 31.2 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 Vengaikurichi is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vengaikurichi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vengaikurichi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Vengaikurichi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vengaikurichi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Vengaikurichi
Where is Vengaikurichi located?
Vengaikurichi village is located in Manapparai Taluka, Tiruchirappalli district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vengaikurichi?
Vengaikurichi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vengaikurichi?
The pincode of Vengaikurichi is 621307.
What is the population of Vengaikurichi?
Vengaikurichi has a total population of 5,022, including 2,589 males and 2,433 females.
How many households are there in Vengaikurichi?
There are 1,201 households in Vengaikurichi.
What is the literacy rate in Vengaikurichi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vengaikurichi is 65.37%. Male literacy is 73.85% and female literacy is 56.35%.