Appaneri - Rajapalayam, Virudhunagar
Appaneri is a village situated in the Rajapalayam taluka of Virudhunagar district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajapalayam and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Virudhunagar. South Venganallur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Appaneri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Appaneri is 641187. The village covers a total geographical area of 90.15 hectares and falls under the 626110 pincode. Rajapalayam is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Appaneri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajapalayam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tenkasi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Nearby Villages of Appaneri
Appaneri 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Terkuvenganallur | South-West | 2.15 km |
| Pudupalaiyam | North | 2.55 km |
| Samusigapuram (ct) | East | 2.91 km |
| Ramalingapuram (ct) | South-East | 4.09 km |
| Kothankulam Rf | North-East | 4.89 km |
| Sholapuram | South-East | 5.01 km |
| Ilandiraikondan | South-West | 5.23 km |
| Kadambankulam | North-West | 5.43 km |
| Arasiyarpatti | North-East | 5.95 km |
| Melarajakularaman (part) | East | 6.58 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Appaneri
Public transport in the Appaneri is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Rajapalayam, while the nearest airport is Tuticorin Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 69.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajapalayam to Appaneri is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Virudhunagar to Appaneri is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Appaneri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Appaneri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Appaneri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Appaneri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Appaneri
Where is Appaneri located?
Appaneri village is located in Rajapalayam Taluka, Virudhunagar district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Appaneri?
The Gram Panchayat of Appaneri is South Venganallur.
What is the pincode of Appaneri?
The pincode of Appaneri is 626110.