Thirukazhipalai (Mel) - Chidambaram, Cuddalore

Thirukazhipalai (Mel) is a village situated in the Chidambaram taluka of Cuddalore district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chidambaram and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Cuddalore. Melathirukalipalai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thirukazhipalai (Mel) village.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Thirukazhipalai (Mel) is 636889. The village covers a total geographical area of 142.72 hectares and falls under the 608002 pincode. Annamalai Nagar is the nearest town.

Thirukazhipalai (Mel) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chidambaram Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.

Population of Thirukazhipalai (Mel)

According to the 2011 Census, Thirukazhipalai (Mel) village had a total population of 1,020 people, including 513 males and 507 females, living in 258 households. The sex ratio was 988 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.47%, with male literacy at 90.60% and female literacy at 71.85%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 576.

The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.

Nearby Villages of Thirukazhipalai (Mel)

Thirukazhipalai (Mel) 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:

Transport and Connectivity of Thirukazhipalai (Mel)

Thirukazhipalai (Mel) is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Chidambaram, while the nearest airport is Pondicherry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 49.8 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Cuddalore to Thirukazhipalai (Mel) is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.

Banking and Postal Services in Thirukazhipalai (Mel)

Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thirukazhipalai (Mel) village is detailed below:

Health Facilities in Thirukazhipalai (Mel)

Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thirukazhipalai (Mel) village are given below:

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