Alanguppam - Marakanam, Viluppuram

Alanguppam is a village situated in the Marakanam taluka of Viluppuram district, Tamil Nadu. Alankuppam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Alanguppam village.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Alanguppam is 632654. The village covers a total geographical area of 482.16 hectares and falls under the 604301 pincode. Tindivanam is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.

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

Population of Alanguppam

According to the 2011 Census, Alanguppam village had a total population of 2,102 people, including 1,051 males and 1,051 females, living in 476 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.10%, with male literacy at 69.08% and female literacy at 55.03%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 271, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 124.

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

Nearby Villages of Alanguppam

Alanguppam 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 Alanguppam

Alanguppam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Olakur, while the nearest airport is Pondicherry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 19.8 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tindivanam to Alanguppam is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.

Banking and Postal Services in Alanguppam

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

Health Facilities in Alanguppam

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

FAQs about Alanguppam