Achangulam Village Overview
Achangulam is a village in Kariapatti tehsil of Virudhunagar district, Tamil Nadu. It lies about 12 km from Kariapatti tehsil headquarters and around 14 km from Virudhunagar district headquarters. As per available records (2009), Pisindi is the Gram Panchayat for Achangulam village.
The sections below provide essential information about Achangulam village, including population details, literacy levels, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local administration, nearby villages, and transport connectivity.
Village Location & Administration
As per Census 2011, the village code of Achangulam is 641403. The village covers a geographical area of 284.78 hectares and has a pincode of 626106. Mannanginar is the nearest town.
Location Map of Achangulam
Population & Demographics of Achangulam
This section provides population and demographic details of Achangulam village as per Census 2011, including gender-wise and social category-wise data.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 736 | 358 | 378 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 96 | 47 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 409 | 240 | 169 |
| Illiterate Population | 327 | 118 | 209 |
Key population details of Achangulam village are given below:
- Achangulam village is a moderately populated village with a total population of around 736, including approximately 358 males and 378 females, with a sex ratio of 1055 females per 1,000 males.
- The number of children aged 0–6 years in the village is relatively low.
- 4 residents belong to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy level of Achangulam village is moderate, with a literacy rate of about 55.57%.
- There are around 218 households in Achangulam village.
Transport & Connectivity of Achangulam
Transport facilities help residents of Achangulam village travel to nearby towns for work, education, healthcare, and daily needs. The village has access to public bus service, private bus service and a railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Achangulam
The following villages are located close to Achangulam and form part of its surrounding area. These nearby villages are commonly connected through local roads and are part of the day-to-day movement for residents.
Frequently Asked Questions about Achangulam
- Where is Achangulam located?
- Achangulam village is located in Kariapatti Taluka, Virudhunagar district, Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Achangulam?
- The Gram Panchayat of Achangulam is Pisindi (as per available records from 2009).
- What is the pincode of Achangulam?
- The pincode of Achangulam is 626106.
- What is the population of Achangulam?
- Achangulam has a total population of 736, including 358 males and 378 females.
- How many households are there in Achangulam?
- There are 218 households in Achangulam.
- What is the literacy rate in Achangulam?
- As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Achangulam is 55.57%. Male literacy is 67.04% and female literacy is 44.71%.