Murungai
Murungai is a village located in Arakonam taluka of Vellore district in Tamil Nadu, India. Vellore and Arakonam are the district & sub-district headquarters of Murungai village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Murungai village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Murungai unique in its vibrant Arakonam-Vellore region. You’ll see Murungai’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Murungai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Murungai is 630630. The village spans a total geographical area of 285.48 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 631151. Thakkolam is nearest town to Murungai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km away.
As per 2019 stats, Murungai village comes under Arakkonam assembly & parliamentary constituency.
Google Map of Murungai
Population of Murungai
According to the 2011 Census, Murungai has a total population of about 1,498, with approximately 752 males and 746 females. The sex ratio is around 992 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 188 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 69 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 8. The overall literacy rate is approximately 60.61%, with male literacy at about 69.55% and female literacy near 51.61%. There are around 357 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Murungai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,498 | 752 | 746 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 188 | 105 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 69 | 37 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 908 | 523 | 385 |
| Illiterate Population | 590 | 229 | 361 |
Connectivity of Murungai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Murungai. As per the 2011 stats, Murungai had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 3 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 3 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Murungai
Knowing the nearby villages of Murungai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Murungai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Murungai
- Where is Murungai located?
- Murungai village is situated in Arakonam Taluka, within the Vellore district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Murungai?
- Murungai serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Murungai?
- The pincode of Murungai is 631151, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Murungai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Murungai is 1,498, with 752 males and 746 females.
- How many households are there in Murungai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Murungai village has a total of 357 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Murungai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Murungai is 60.61%. The male literacy rate is 69.55%, while the female literacy rate is 51.61%.