Asakalathur Village - Kallakkurichi, Kallakurichi
Asakalathur is a village situated in the Kallakkurichi taluka of Kallakurichi district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 29 km from Kallakkurichi and around 70 km from Viluppuram. Asakalathur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Asakalathur is 633531. The village covers a total geographical area of 517.33 hectares and falls under the 606204 pincode. Thiyagadurgam is the nearest town.
Asakalathur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kallakurichi Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Asakalathur
As per Census 2011, Asakalathur village has a total population of 3,458 people, consisting of 1,685 males and 1,773 females. The village has 874 households and a sex ratio of 1,052 females per 1,000 males. There are 468 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,646 literate and 1,812 illiterate residents. Additionally, 908 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 31 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Asakalathur are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,458 | 1,685 | 1,773 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 468 | 259 | 209 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 908 | 438 | 470 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 31 | 16 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 1,646 | 944 | 702 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,812 | 741 | 1,071 |
Nearby Villages of Asakalathur
Asakalathur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Endal .ja | South | 2.09 km |
| Magarur R.f. | North-West | 2.38 km |
| Eyyanur | North | 2.38 km |
| Setuvarayankuppam | North-East | 2.47 km |
| Varanjaram R.f | North-East | 3.18 km |
| Kil Orathur | South-West | 3.31 km |
| Kolavai | West | 3.33 km |
| Maligaimedu | East | 3.34 km |
| Melakurichi | South-East | 3.39 km |
| A. Marur | North-East | 3.86 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Asakalathur
Asakalathur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Pukkirivari, while the nearest airport is Pondicherry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 69.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Viluppuram to Asakalathur is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Asakalathur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Asakalathur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Asakalathur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Asakalathur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Asakalathur
Where is Asakalathur located?
Asakalathur village is located in Kallakkurichi Taluka, Kallakurichi district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Asakalathur?
Asakalathur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Asakalathur?
The pincode of Asakalathur is 606204.
What is the population of Asakalathur?
Asakalathur has a total population of 3,458, including 1,685 males and 1,773 females.
How many households are there in Asakalathur?
There are 874 households in Asakalathur.
What is the literacy rate in Asakalathur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Asakalathur is 47.60%. Male literacy is 56.02% and female literacy is 39.59%.