Vengur - Thiruverumbur, Tiruchirappalli
Vengur is a village situated in the Thiruverumbur taluka of Tiruchirappalli district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thiruverumbur and around 10 km from the district headquarters in Tiruchirappalli. Vengur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vengur is 636018. The village covers a total geographical area of 610.9 hectares and falls under the 620013 pincode. Thiruverumbur is the nearest town.
Vengur 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 Vengur
As per Census 2011, Vengur village has a total population of 3,487 people, consisting of 1,721 males and 1,766 females. The village has 875 households and a sex ratio of 1,026 females per 1,000 males. There are 330 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,769 literate and 718 illiterate residents. Additionally, 932 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vengur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,487 | 1,721 | 1,766 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 330 | 154 | 176 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 932 | 459 | 473 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 2 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 2,769 | 1,484 | 1,285 |
| Illiterate Population | 718 | 237 | 481 |
Nearby Villages of Vengur
Vengur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pappankurichi (ct) | South-West | 2.40 km |
| Natarajapuram | East | 2.62 km |
| Paneyapuram | North | 2.81 km |
| Kilamullakudy | West | 3.12 km |
| Kuvalakkudy | West | 3.36 km |
| Koothappar | South-East | 4.19 km |
| T.valavanoor | North | 4.40 km |
| Thogur | East | 4.47 km |
| Kilikoodu | North-East | 4.85 km |
| Sevendhinathapuram | North-East | 4.90 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Vengur
Vengur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Tiruverumbur, while the nearest airport is Tiruchirapally Civil Airport Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 6.8 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 Vengur is about 10 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vengur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vengur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Vengur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vengur 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 Vengur
Where is Vengur located?
Vengur village is located in Thiruverumbur Taluka, Tiruchirappalli district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vengur?
Vengur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vengur?
The pincode of Vengur is 620013.
What is the population of Vengur?
Vengur has a total population of 3,487, including 1,721 males and 1,766 females.
How many households are there in Vengur?
There are 875 households in Vengur.
What is the literacy rate in Vengur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vengur is 79.41%. Male literacy is 86.23% and female literacy is 72.76%.