Basic Details
Ilangadu (இளங்காடு) is a village in Viluppuram Taluk, Viluppuram District, Tamil Nadu. It lies about 9 km east of Viluppuram town, spans approximately 262 ha (2.62 km²), and falls under the 605108 PIN (Valavanur Post Office). It’s governed by the Elangadu Gram Panchayat, sharing administration with nearby hamlets.
Settlements
The village consists of the main Ilangadu hamlet, with the administrative and social services shared across the Elangadu panchayat jurisdiction. Nearby villages include Erumanthangal, Salaiagaram, Koliyanur, and V Pudur, which are interconnected via rural roads.
Streets & Amenities
While detailed street names are undocumented, Ilangadu features:
Anganwadi Centre and PDS Ration Shop
Electricity & common water facilities (wells/tanks)
Tea stalls and small general shops
Access to public and private bus services
A railway station within ~5 km, likely at Valavanur or Serndanur
Geography & Resources
The village covers 262.1 ha of primarily flat agricultural land enriched by ponds and canal-fed irrigation. It forms part of the Malattaru–Paravanar river plains, supporting paddy, pulses, and other crops typical of the region.
Population & Lifestyle
According to the 2011 Census:
Total Population: 1,780 (887 M / 893 F); Sex Ratio: 1,006 F/1,000 M
Children (0–6 yrs): 222
Households: 419
Scheduled Castes: 697; ST: 97
Literates: 1,120 | Literacy Rate: 62.9% (M 69.2%, F 56.7%)
Residents predominantly rely on agriculture—cultivating paddy, pulses, and seasonal crops—with a significant portion working as agricultural labourers. There are about 1,120 literate individuals, and daily life revolves around farming cycles, communal tea-shop talks, and visits to nearby villages.
Transport
Bus: Public and private services operate within the village, connecting to Viluppuram, Valavanur, and Cuddalore
Rail: Nearest station under 5 km (likely Valavanur); Viluppuram Junction serves long-distance routes
✅ Summary
Ilangadu is a mid‑sized agrarian village near Viluppuram, housing around 1,780 residents across ~419 households. It has basic civic infrastructure (Anganwadi, ration shop, local transport), moderate literacy (~63%), and a strong agricultural base. Its integration within the Elangadu Gram Panchayat connects it to neighboring villages and shared amenities.
