Thuraiyur - Thuraiyur, Tiruchirappalli
Thuraiyur is a village situated in the Thuraiyur taluka of Tiruchirappalli district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thuraiyur and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Tiruchirappalli. Sorathur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thuraiyur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thuraiyur is 635796. The village covers a total geographical area of 1488.29 hectares and falls under the 621010 pincode. Thuraiyur is the nearest town.
Thuraiyur 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 Thuraiyur
As per Census 2011, Thuraiyur village has a total population of 753 people, consisting of 380 males and 373 females. The village has 202 households and a sex ratio of 981 females per 1,000 males. There are 78 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 558 literate and 195 illiterate residents. Additionally, 111 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 12 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Thuraiyur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 753 | 380 | 373 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 78 | 41 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 111 | 60 | 51 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 8 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 558 | 293 | 265 |
| Illiterate Population | 195 | 87 | 108 |
Nearby Villages of Thuraiyur
Thuraiyur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Venkatesapuram | South-West | 2.34 km |
| Murugur | North-West | 3.12 km |
| Muthiampalayam | South-East | 4.01 km |
| Ammapatti | South | 4.04 km |
| Keerambur | North-East | 4.17 km |
| Kollapatti | South-West | 4.73 km |
| Kalingamudayanpatti | West | 4.86 km |
| Singalandapuram | South | 5.07 km |
| Sirunatham | North | 6.25 km |
| Kottaiyur | West | 6.31 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Thuraiyur
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Thuraiyur. The nearest railway station is Perugamani, while the nearest airport is Tiruchirapally Civil Airport Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 33.8 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 Thuraiyur is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thuraiyur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thuraiyur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Thuraiyur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thuraiyur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Thuraiyur
Where is Thuraiyur located?
Thuraiyur village is located in Thuraiyur Taluka, Tiruchirappalli district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thuraiyur?
The Gram Panchayat of Thuraiyur is Sorathur.
What is the pincode of Thuraiyur?
The pincode of Thuraiyur is 621010.
What is the population of Thuraiyur?
Thuraiyur has a total population of 753, including 380 males and 373 females.
How many households are there in Thuraiyur?
There are 202 households in Thuraiyur.
What is the literacy rate in Thuraiyur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thuraiyur is 74.10%. Male literacy is 77.11% and female literacy is 71.05%.