Mugaiyur - Kandachipuram, Viluppuram

Mugaiyur is a village situated in the Kandachipuram taluka of Viluppuram district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 20 km from Tirukkoyilur and around 20 km from Viluppuram. Mugaiyur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Mugaiyur is 633130. The village covers a total geographical area of 642 hectares and falls under the 605755 pincode. Arakandanallur is the nearest town.

Mugaiyur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Thirukoilur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Viluppuram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.

Population of Mugaiyur

According to the 2011 Census, Mugaiyur village had a total population of 4,772 people, including 2,375 males and 2,397 females, living in 1,023 households. The sex ratio was 1,009 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.97%, with male literacy at 91.18% and female literacy at 78.94%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 16, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 54.

The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.

Nearby Villages of Mugaiyur

Mugaiyur 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:

Transport and Connectivity of Mugaiyur

Mugaiyur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Mugaiyur, while the nearest airport is Pondicherry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.8 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Viluppuram to Mugaiyur is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.

Banking and Postal Services in Mugaiyur

Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mugaiyur village is detailed below:

Health Facilities in Mugaiyur

Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mugaiyur village are given below:

FAQs about Mugaiyur