Rural Household Petrol Energy Consumption in Srirangam Taluk of Tiruchirappalli District

This study examines the pattern and determinants of petrol energy consumption among rural households in Tiruchirappalli District, Tamil Nadu. The researcher used both primary and secondary data, and 250 sample households were selected. This paper reveals the influence of socio-economic factors, particularly family income on petrol usage. The major findings show that most households fall within a moderate income range and primary consumption petrol for transportation purposes, increasing the cost of petrol over the past decade, the rural dependence on petrol remains strong. The study concluded that the need for targeted policies promoting fuel efficiency, energy consumption and price stability to support sustainable rural development.