Murugur - Thuraiyur, Tiruchirappalli
Murugur is a village situated in the Thuraiyur taluka of Tiruchirappalli district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thuraiyur and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Tiruchirappalli. Govindapuram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Murugur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Murugur is 635784. The village covers a total geographical area of 1353.15 hectares and falls under the 621008 pincode. Thuraiyur is the nearest town.
Murugur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Thuraiyur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Perambalur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Murugur
As per Census 2011, Murugur village has a total population of 4,903 people, consisting of 2,419 males and 2,484 females. The village has 1,410 households and a sex ratio of 1,026 females per 1,000 males. There are 423 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,433 literate and 1,470 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,371 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Murugur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,903 | 2,419 | 2,484 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 423 | 203 | 220 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,371 | 683 | 688 |
| Literate Population | 3,433 | 1,875 | 1,558 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,470 | 544 | 926 |
Nearby Villages of Murugur
Murugur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Thuraiyur | South-East | 3.12 km |
| Sirunatham | North | 3.26 km |
| Venkatesapuram | South | 3.79 km |
| Kottaiyur | West | 4.28 km |
| Sikkathambur North | North-West | 4.57 km |
| Kalingamudayanpatti | South-West | 4.58 km |
| Maruvathur | North-East | 4.93 km |
| Keerambur | East | 5.03 km |
| T. Renganathapuram | North | 5.20 km |
| Kollapatti | South | 5.84 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Murugur
Murugur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Perugamani, 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 | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Tiruchirappalli to Murugur is about 50 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 Murugur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Murugur 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 Murugur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Murugur 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 Murugur
Where is Murugur located?
Murugur village is located in Thuraiyur Taluka, Tiruchirappalli district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Murugur?
The Gram Panchayat of Murugur is Govindapuram.
What is the pincode of Murugur?
The pincode of Murugur is 621008.
What is the population of Murugur?
Murugur has a total population of 4,903, including 2,419 males and 2,484 females.
How many households are there in Murugur?
There are 1,410 households in Murugur.
What is the literacy rate in Murugur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Murugur is 70.02%. Male literacy is 77.51% and female literacy is 62.72%.