Urakkarai - Musiri, Tiruchirappalli
Urakkarai 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 65 km from the district headquarters in Tiruchirappalli. Oorakkarai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Urakkarai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Urakkarai is 635696. The village covers a total geographical area of 1495.01 hectares and falls under the 621214 pincode. Thathayanakarpettai is the nearest town.
Urakkarai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Musiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Perambalur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Urakkarai
As per Census 2011, Urakkarai village has a total population of 4,205 people, consisting of 2,099 males and 2,106 females. The village has 1,198 households and a sex ratio of 1,003 females per 1,000 males. There are 385 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,931 literate and 1,274 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,454 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Urakkarai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,205 | 2,099 | 2,106 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 385 | 211 | 174 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,454 | 724 | 730 |
| Literate Population | 2,931 | 1,617 | 1,314 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,274 | 482 | 792 |
Nearby Villages of Urakkarai
Urakkarai 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jambumadai | West | 3.28 km |
| Kargudi | North-East | 3.48 km |
| Devanur | South-East | 3.69 km |
| Konappampatti | South-West | 4.07 km |
| Mahadevi | North-West | 4.12 km |
| Anjalam | South-West | 5.78 km |
| Pavithiram | North-West | 6.07 km |
| Valasiramani | West | 6.24 km |
| Vadamalaipatti | East | 6.54 km |
| Serugudi | South | 6.60 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Urakkarai
Urakkarai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Timmachipuram, while the nearest airport is Tiruchirapally Civil Airport Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 38.8 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 Urakkarai is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Urakkarai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Urakkarai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Urakkarai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Urakkarai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Urakkarai
Where is Urakkarai located?
Urakkarai village is located in Musiri Taluka, Tiruchirappalli district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Urakkarai?
The Gram Panchayat of Urakkarai is Oorakkarai.
What is the pincode of Urakkarai?
The pincode of Urakkarai is 621214.
What is the population of Urakkarai?
Urakkarai has a total population of 4,205, including 2,099 males and 2,106 females.
How many households are there in Urakkarai?
There are 1,198 households in Urakkarai.
What is the literacy rate in Urakkarai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Urakkarai is 69.70%. Male literacy is 77.04% and female literacy is 62.39%.