Edayankuppam - Tiruporur, Chengalpattu
Edayankuppam is a village situated in the Tiruporur taluka of Chengalpattu district, Tamil Nadu. Thandalam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Edayankuppam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Edayankuppam is 629460. The village covers a total geographical area of 172.79 hectares and falls under the 603110 pincode. Thiruporur is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Edayankuppam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Thiruporur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kancheepuram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Nearby Villages of Edayankuppam
Edayankuppam 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Illalur Rf | North | 1.26 km |
| Thandalam | South-East | 1.42 km |
| Vengaleri | South-East | 1.81 km |
| Alathur Rf | South-West | 2.15 km |
| Illalur | North-West | 2.70 km |
| Alathur | South | 2.72 km |
| Thiruporur | East | 2.77 km |
| Madayathur | South-West | 3.34 km |
| Chettipatturayamankuppam | West | 4.02 km |
| Sirudavoor | South-West | 4.28 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Edayankuppam
Edayankuppam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kattangulattur, while the nearest airport is Chennai International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 23.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Thiruporur to Edayankuppam is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Edayankuppam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Edayankuppam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Edayankuppam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Edayankuppam 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Edayankuppam
Where is Edayankuppam located?
Edayankuppam village is located in Tiruporur Taluka, Chengalpattu district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Edayankuppam?
The Gram Panchayat of Edayankuppam is Thandalam.
What is the pincode of Edayankuppam?
The pincode of Edayankuppam is 603110.