Komangalam - Musiri, Tiruchirappalli
Komangalam is a village situated in the Musiri taluka of Tiruchirappalli district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Musiri and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Tiruchirappalli. Komangalam village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Komangalam is 635738. The village covers a total geographical area of 1044.17 hectares and falls under the 621006 pincode. Musiri is the nearest town.
Komangalam 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 Komangalam
As per Census 2011, Komangalam village has a total population of 3,193 people, consisting of 1,615 males and 1,578 females. The village has 837 households and a sex ratio of 977 females per 1,000 males. There are 400 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,947 literate and 1,246 illiterate residents. Additionally, 201 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Komangalam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,193 | 1,615 | 1,578 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 400 | 210 | 190 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 201 | 105 | 96 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,947 | 1,148 | 799 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,246 | 467 | 779 |
Nearby Villages of Komangalam
Komangalam 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sithambur | South | 2.52 km |
| Neiveli | North-West | 3.20 km |
| Vengaimandalam | North-East | 3.44 km |
| Thiruthiamalai | North | 3.59 km |
| Kodunthurai | West | 3.81 km |
| Solanganallur | South-East | 4.15 km |
| Gunaseelam | South | 4.95 km |
| Amoor | South-West | 5.03 km |
| Moovanur | North-East | 5.63 km |
| Thinnakonam | West | 6.02 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Komangalam
Komangalam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Perugamani, while the nearest airport is Tiruchirapally Civil Airport Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 19.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Tiruchirappalli to Komangalam is about 25 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 Komangalam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Komangalam 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 Komangalam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Komangalam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Komangalam
Where is Komangalam located?
Komangalam village is located in Musiri Taluka, Tiruchirappalli district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Komangalam?
Komangalam is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Komangalam?
The pincode of Komangalam is 621006.
What is the population of Komangalam?
Komangalam has a total population of 3,193, including 1,615 males and 1,578 females.
How many households are there in Komangalam?
There are 837 households in Komangalam.
What is the literacy rate in Komangalam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Komangalam is 60.98%. Male literacy is 71.08% and female literacy is 50.63%.