Irulansanthai - Bahour, Puducherry
Irulansanthai is a village situated in the Bahour taluka of Puducherry district, Puducherry. It is located approximately 3 km from Bahour and around 26 km from Puducherry. Kuruvinatham serves as the Village Panchayat for Irulansanthai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Irulansanthai is 644977. The village covers a total geographical area of 186.94 hectares and falls under the 607402 pincode. Cuddalore is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Irulansanthai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bahour Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the PUDUCHERRY Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Irulansanthai
According to the 2011 Census, Irulansanthai village had a total population of 1,670 people, including 810 males and 860 females, living in 400 households. The sex ratio was 1,062 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.28%, with male literacy at 83.55% and female literacy at 69.55%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 853.
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 | 1,670 | 810 | 860 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 203 | 105 | 98 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 853 | 413 | 440 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,119 | 589 | 530 |
| Illiterate Population | 551 | 221 | 330 |
Nearby Villages of Irulansanthai
Irulansanthai is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Irulansanthai
Irulansanthai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Cuddalore to Irulansanthai is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puducherry to Irulansanthai is about 26 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Irulansanthai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Irulansanthai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Irulansanthai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Irulansanthai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Irulansanthai
Where is Irulansanthai located?
Irulansanthai village is located in Bahour Taluka, Puducherry district, Puducherry, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Irulansanthai?
The Village Panchayat of Irulansanthai is Kuruvinatham.
What is the pincode of Irulansanthai?
The pincode of Irulansanthai is 607402.
What is the population of Irulansanthai?
Irulansanthai had a total population of 1,670, including 810 males and 860 females.
How many households are there in Irulansanthai?
Irulansanthai had 400 households.
What is the literacy rate in Irulansanthai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Irulansanthai was 76.28%. Male literacy was 83.55% and female literacy was 69.55%.