Moovanur - Musiri, Tiruchirappalli
Moovanur is a village situated in the Musiri taluka of Tiruchirappalli district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Musiri and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Tiruchirappalli. Moovanur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Moovanur is 635735. The village covers a total geographical area of 833.58 hectares and falls under the 621006 pincode. Thuraiyur is the nearest town.
Moovanur 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 Moovanur
As per Census 2011, Moovanur village has a total population of 1,739 people, consisting of 891 males and 848 females. The village has 484 households and a sex ratio of 951 females per 1,000 males. There are 182 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,256 literate and 483 illiterate residents. Additionally, 129 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Moovanur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,739 | 891 | 848 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 182 | 94 | 88 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 129 | 57 | 72 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,256 | 709 | 547 |
| Illiterate Population | 483 | 182 | 301 |
Nearby Villages of Moovanur
Moovanur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Vengaimandalam | South-West | 2.21 km |
| Pulivalam | North-East | 3.48 km |
| Kattukulam | South-East | 3.49 km |
| Manparai | North-West | 4.42 km |
| Peramangalam | East | 4.52 km |
| Thiruthiamalai | West | 4.76 km |
| Sukkampatti | West | 5.35 km |
| Komangalam | South-West | 5.63 km |
| Solanganallur | South | 6.36 km |
| Thiruppangali (north) | South-East | 6.83 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Moovanur
Moovanur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Elamanur, while the nearest airport is Tiruchirapally Civil Airport Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 20.6 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 Moovanur is about 40 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 Moovanur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Moovanur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Moovanur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Moovanur 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Moovanur
Where is Moovanur located?
Moovanur village is located in Musiri Taluka, Tiruchirappalli district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Moovanur?
Moovanur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Moovanur?
The pincode of Moovanur is 621006.
What is the population of Moovanur?
Moovanur has a total population of 1,739, including 891 males and 848 females.
How many households are there in Moovanur?
There are 484 households in Moovanur.
What is the literacy rate in Moovanur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Moovanur is 72.23%. Male literacy is 79.57% and female literacy is 64.50%.