Komaratchi East - Kattumannarkoil, Cuddalore
Komaratchi East is a village situated in the Kattumannarkoil taluka of Cuddalore district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kattumannarkoil and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Cuddalore. Kumaratchi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Komaratchi East village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Komaratchi East is 637009. The village covers a total geographical area of 519.65 hectares and falls under the 608302 pincode. Kattumannarkoil is the nearest town.
Komaratchi East village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kattumannarkoil Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chidambaram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Komaratchi East
As per Census 2011, Komaratchi East village has a total population of 3,938 people, consisting of 1,971 males and 1,967 females. The village has 979 households and a sex ratio of 997 females per 1,000 males. There are 367 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,881 literate and 1,057 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,765 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 46 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Komaratchi East are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,938 | 1,971 | 1,967 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 367 | 174 | 193 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,765 | 883 | 882 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 46 | 22 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 2,881 | 1,557 | 1,324 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,057 | 414 | 643 |
Nearby Villages of Komaratchi East
Komaratchi East 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Keelavanniyur | North-West | 1.54 km |
| Vanadarayanpettai | West | 1.60 km |
| Keelakarai | North-East | 1.67 km |
| Keelparuthigudi | South-East | 1.71 km |
| Kanjivay | South-East | 1.94 km |
| Melaparuthigudi | South | 2.08 km |
| Vennaiyur | South-West | 2.23 km |
| Suravilandur | South-West | 2.33 km |
| Meyyathur | North | 2.45 km |
| Melavanniyur (mannargudi) | North-West | 2.55 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Komaratchi East
Komaratchi East is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Vallampadugai, while the nearest airport is Pondicherry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 57.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Cuddalore to Komaratchi East is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Komaratchi East
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Komaratchi East village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Komaratchi East
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Komaratchi East village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Komaratchi East
Where is Komaratchi East located?
Komaratchi East village is located in Kattumannarkoil Taluka, Cuddalore district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Komaratchi East?
The Gram Panchayat of Komaratchi East is Kumaratchi.
What is the pincode of Komaratchi East?
The pincode of Komaratchi East is 608302.
What is the population of Komaratchi East?
Komaratchi East has a total population of 3,938, including 1,971 males and 1,967 females.
How many households are there in Komaratchi East?
There are 979 households in Komaratchi East.
What is the literacy rate in Komaratchi East?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Komaratchi East is 73.16%. Male literacy is 79.00% and female literacy is 67.31%.