Irulakkurichi - Virudhachalam, Cuddalore
Irulakkurichi is a village situated in the Virudhachalam taluka of Cuddalore district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Virudhachalam and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Cuddalore. Irulakurichi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Irulakkurichi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Irulakkurichi is 637089. The village covers a total geographical area of 586.92 hectares and falls under the 606115 pincode. Virudhachalam is the nearest town.
Irulakkurichi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vriddhachalam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Cuddalore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Irulakkurichi
As per Census 2011, Irulakkurichi village has a total population of 2,352 people, consisting of 1,203 males and 1,149 females. The village has 562 households and a sex ratio of 955 females per 1,000 males. There are 277 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,409 literate and 943 illiterate residents. Additionally, 828 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Irulakkurichi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,352 | 1,203 | 1,149 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 277 | 151 | 126 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 828 | 405 | 423 |
| Literate Population | 1,409 | 819 | 590 |
| Illiterate Population | 943 | 384 | 559 |
Nearby Villages of Irulakkurichi
Irulakkurichi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Palakkollai | North | 1.95 km |
| Manakkollai | South-West | 2.37 km |
| Nadiyapattu | North-East | 2.57 km |
| Iluppaiyur | North-West | 3.96 km |
| Vannampattu | North-East | 4.12 km |
| Ku.kallakurichi | North | 4.14 km |
| Aladi | South-West | 4.22 km |
| Puliyur | West | 4.30 km |
| Kallamedu | North-East | 4.53 km |
| Mudappuli | East | 4.59 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Irulakkurichi
Irulakkurichi 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 Meppuliyur, while the nearest airport is Pondicherry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Irulakkurichi is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Irulakkurichi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Irulakkurichi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Irulakkurichi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Irulakkurichi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Irulakkurichi
Where is Irulakkurichi located?
Irulakkurichi village is located in Virudhachalam Taluka, Cuddalore district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Irulakkurichi?
The Gram Panchayat of Irulakkurichi is Irulakurichi.
What is the pincode of Irulakkurichi?
The pincode of Irulakkurichi is 606115.
What is the population of Irulakkurichi?
Irulakkurichi has a total population of 2,352, including 1,203 males and 1,149 females.
How many households are there in Irulakkurichi?
There are 562 households in Irulakkurichi.
What is the literacy rate in Irulakkurichi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Irulakkurichi is 59.91%. Male literacy is 68.08% and female literacy is 51.35%.