Arangoor - Thottiyam, Tiruchirappalli
Arangoor is a village situated in the Thottiyam taluka of Tiruchirappalli district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thottiyam and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Tiruchirappalli. Arangoor village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Arangoor is 635671. The village covers a total geographical area of 743.45 hectares and falls under the 621215 pincode. Thottiyam is the nearest town.
Arangoor 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 Arangoor
As per Census 2011, Arangoor village has a total population of 5,036 people, consisting of 2,569 males and 2,467 females. The village has 1,157 households and a sex ratio of 960 females per 1,000 males. There are 654 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,918 literate and 2,118 illiterate residents. Additionally, 451 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Arangoor are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,036 | 2,569 | 2,467 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 654 | 338 | 316 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 451 | 228 | 223 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 2,918 | 1,695 | 1,223 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,118 | 874 | 1,244 |
Nearby Villages of Arangoor
Arangoor 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kolakudi | East | 3.19 km |
| Thottiyam | South-West | 3.25 km |
| Sevindipatti | North-West | 3.30 km |
| Appanallur | North-East | 3.58 km |
| Kamalapuram | North-West | 4.76 km |
| Alagarai | South-East | 4.85 km |
| Srinivasanallur | South | 5.12 km |
| Tholurpatti | West | 5.40 km |
| Arasalur | South-West | 5.77 km |
| Poolancheri | North-East | 6.21 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Arangoor
Arangoor is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Lalapet, while the nearest airport is Tiruchirapally Civil Airport Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 36.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Tiruchirappalli to Arangoor is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Arangoor
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Arangoor village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Arangoor
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Arangoor village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Arangoor
Where is Arangoor located?
Arangoor village is located in Thottiyam Taluka, Tiruchirappalli district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Arangoor?
Arangoor is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Arangoor?
The pincode of Arangoor is 621215.
What is the population of Arangoor?
Arangoor has a total population of 5,036, including 2,569 males and 2,467 females.
How many households are there in Arangoor?
There are 1,157 households in Arangoor.
What is the literacy rate in Arangoor?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Arangoor is 57.94%. Male literacy is 65.98% and female literacy is 49.57%.