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 President 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
According to the 2011 Census, Urakkarai village had a total population of 4,205 people, including 2,099 males and 2,106 females, living in 1,198 households. The sex ratio was 1,003 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.73%, with male literacy at 85.65% and female literacy at 68.01%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,454.
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 | 4,205 | 2,099 | 2,106 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 385 | 211 | 174 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,454 | 724 | 730 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 4,205, including 2,099 males and 2,106 females.
How many households are there in Urakkarai?
Urakkarai had 1,198 households.
What is the literacy rate in Urakkarai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Urakkarai was 76.73%. Male literacy was 85.65% and female literacy was 68.01%.