Alundur - Srirangam, Tiruchirappalli
Alundur is a village situated in the Srirangam taluka of Tiruchirappalli district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Srirangam and around 15 km from the district headquarters in Tiruchirappalli. Alundur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Alundur is 636003. The village covers a total geographical area of 1188.05 hectares and falls under the 620012 pincode. Tiruchirappalli is the nearest town.
Alundur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Srirangam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tiruchirappalli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Alundur
As per Census 2011, Alundur village has a total population of 2,643 people, consisting of 1,303 males and 1,340 females. The village has 651 households and a sex ratio of 1,028 females per 1,000 males. There are 313 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,662 literate and 981 illiterate residents. Additionally, 587 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Alundur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,643 | 1,303 | 1,340 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 313 | 161 | 152 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 587 | 291 | 296 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,662 | 911 | 751 |
| Illiterate Population | 981 | 392 | 589 |
Nearby Villages of Alundur
Alundur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nagamangalam | North-East | 2.14 km |
| Sethurapatti | South-West | 3.28 km |
| Mathur | North-West | 3.48 km |
| Paganur | North | 3.81 km |
| Komangalam | West | 3.83 km |
| Kunnathur | East | 4.07 km |
| Melapachchakudi | South | 4.08 km |
| Kumarapatti | South-East | 4.75 km |
| Mekkudi | North-East | 5.07 km |
| Periyanayakichatram | North-West | 5.30 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Alundur
Alundur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Punggudi, while the nearest airport is Tiruchirapally Civil Airport Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 10.2 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 Alundur is about 15 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 Alundur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Alundur 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Alundur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Alundur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Alundur
Where is Alundur located?
Alundur village is located in Srirangam Taluka, Tiruchirappalli district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Alundur?
Alundur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Alundur?
The pincode of Alundur is 620012.
What is the population of Alundur?
Alundur has a total population of 2,643, including 1,303 males and 1,340 females.
How many households are there in Alundur?
There are 651 households in Alundur.
What is the literacy rate in Alundur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Alundur is 62.88%. Male literacy is 69.92% and female literacy is 56.04%.