Injar - Sivakasi, Virudhunagar
Injar is a village situated in the Sivakasi taluka of Virudhunagar district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sivakasi and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Virudhunagar. Boovanathapuram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Injar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Injar is 641279. The village covers a total geographical area of 2321.22 hectares and falls under the 626124 pincode. Sivakasi is the nearest town.
Injar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sivakasi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Virudhunagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Injar
According to the 2011 Census, Injar village had a total population of 7,386 people, including 3,637 males and 3,749 females, living in 1,901 households. The sex ratio was 1,031 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.24%, with male literacy at 84.48% and female literacy at 68.32%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,028.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,386 | 3,637 | 3,749 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 739 | 377 | 362 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,028 | 514 | 514 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 5,068 | 2,754 | 2,314 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,318 | 883 | 1,435 |
Nearby Villages of Injar
Injar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tadagannai Managaseri | North-West | 3.31 km |
| Vadapatti | North-East | 3.78 km |
| Vendurayapuram | South-West | 3.79 km |
| Krishnaperi | North | 3.90 km |
| Namaskarittanpatti | North-East | 5.45 km |
| Mullikulam | North-West | 5.73 km |
| Anaiyur (part) | South-East | 5.73 km |
| Tachchakkudi | North | 5.89 km |
| Malli | West | 6.04 km |
| Nedungulam | North | 6.31 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Injar
Injar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sivakasi, while the nearest airport is Tuticorin Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 67.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Virudhunagar to Injar is about 25 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 Injar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Injar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Injar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Injar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Injar
Where is Injar located?
Injar village is located in Sivakasi Taluka, Virudhunagar district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Injar?
The Gram Panchayat of Injar is Boovanathapuram.
What is the pincode of Injar?
The pincode of Injar is 626124.
What is the population of Injar?
Injar had a total population of 7,386, including 3,637 males and 3,749 females.
How many households are there in Injar?
Injar had 1,901 households.
What is the literacy rate in Injar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Injar was 76.24%. Male literacy was 84.48% and female literacy was 68.32%.