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
As per Census 2011, Injar village has a total population of 7,386 people, consisting of 3,637 males and 3,749 females. The village has 1,901 households and a sex ratio of 1,030 females per 1,000 males. There are 739 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,068 literate and 2,318 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,028 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Injar are given below:
| 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 |
| 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 has a total population of 7,386, including 3,637 males and 3,749 females.
How many households are there in Injar?
There are 1,901 households in Injar.
What is the literacy rate in Injar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Injar is 68.62%. Male literacy is 75.72% and female literacy is 61.72%.