U.Kulapakkam - Virudhachalam, Cuddalore
U.Kulapakkam is a village situated in the Virudhachalam taluka of Cuddalore district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Virudhachalam and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Cuddalore. U. Kolapakkam serves as the Gram Panchayat for U.Kulapakkam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of U.Kulapakkam is 637162. The village covers a total geographical area of 444.41 hectares and falls under the 606302 pincode. Virudhachalam is the nearest town.
U.Kulapakkam 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 U.Kulapakkam
As per Census 2011, U.Kulapakkam village has a total population of 1,085 people, consisting of 554 males and 531 females. The village has 268 households and a sex ratio of 958 females per 1,000 males. There are 143 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 669 literate and 416 illiterate residents. Additionally, 404 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 16 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for U.Kulapakkam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,085 | 554 | 531 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 143 | 78 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 404 | 199 | 205 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 7 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 669 | 393 | 276 |
| Illiterate Population | 416 | 161 | 255 |
Nearby Villages of U.Kulapakkam
U.Kulapakkam 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Arasakuli | North | 1.71 km |
| Gopalapuram | South | 2.11 km |
| Uthangal | North-East | 2.55 km |
| Kumaramangalam | South-West | 2.81 km |
| Sathamangalam | North-West | 2.89 km |
| Ko.adhanur | South-West | 4.07 km |
| U.mangalam | East | 4.22 km |
| U.agaram | North | 4.54 km |
| Kammapuram | South-East | 4.77 km |
| Narimanam R.f. | North-West | 4.81 km |
Transport and Connectivity of U.Kulapakkam
U.Kulapakkam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Uttangal Mangalam, while the nearest airport is Pondicherry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Cuddalore to U.Kulapakkam 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 U.Kulapakkam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for U.Kulapakkam 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 U.Kulapakkam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving U.Kulapakkam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about U.Kulapakkam
Where is U.Kulapakkam located?
U.Kulapakkam village is located in Virudhachalam Taluka, Cuddalore district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of U.Kulapakkam?
The Gram Panchayat of U.Kulapakkam is U. Kolapakkam.
What is the pincode of U.Kulapakkam?
The pincode of U.Kulapakkam is 606302.
What is the population of U.Kulapakkam?
U.Kulapakkam has a total population of 1,085, including 554 males and 531 females.
How many households are there in U.Kulapakkam?
There are 268 households in U.Kulapakkam.
What is the literacy rate in U.Kulapakkam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of U.Kulapakkam is 61.66%. Male literacy is 70.94% and female literacy is 51.98%.