Murungai - Thottiyam, Tiruchirappalli
Murungai is a village situated in the Thottiyam taluka of Tiruchirappalli district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thottiyam and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Tiruchirappalli. Murungai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Murungai is 635666. The village covers a total geographical area of 1151.16 hectares and falls under the 621207 pincode. Kattuputhur is the nearest town.
Murungai 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 Murungai
As per Census 2011, Murungai village has a total population of 3,070 people, consisting of 1,542 males and 1,528 females. The village has 917 households and a sex ratio of 990 females per 1,000 males. There are 243 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,937 literate and 1,133 illiterate residents. Additionally, 779 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Murungai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,070 | 1,542 | 1,528 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 243 | 126 | 117 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 779 | 395 | 384 |
| Literate Population | 1,937 | 1,166 | 771 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,133 | 376 | 757 |
Nearby Villages of Murungai
Murungai 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Andapuram | North-East | 2.31 km |
| Pidaramangalam | South | 3.11 km |
| Kidaram | West | 3.14 km |
| Arasanatham | North-West | 3.93 km |
| M.kalathur | East | 4.07 km |
| Oruvandur | South-West | 4.56 km |
| Arur | North | 5.13 km |
| Kumaripalayam | North-West | 5.49 km |
| Nagayanallur | South-East | 5.49 km |
| Unniyur | South-West | 5.60 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Murungai
Murungai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Mayanoor, while the nearest airport is Tiruchirapally Civil Airport Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 47.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Tiruchirappalli to Murungai is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Murungai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Murungai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Murungai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Murungai 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 Murungai
Where is Murungai located?
Murungai village is located in Thottiyam Taluka, Tiruchirappalli district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Murungai?
Murungai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Murungai?
The pincode of Murungai is 621207.
What is the population of Murungai?
Murungai has a total population of 3,070, including 1,542 males and 1,528 females.
How many households are there in Murungai?
There are 917 households in Murungai.
What is the literacy rate in Murungai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Murungai is 63.09%. Male literacy is 75.62% and female literacy is 50.46%.