Erukkambattu - Kalvarayan Hills, Kallakurichi
Erukkambattu is a village situated in the Kalvarayan Hills taluka of Kallakurichi district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 70 km from Sankarapuram and around 135 km from Viluppuram. Veng0du serves as the Gram Panchayat for Erukkambattu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Erukkambattu is 633376. The village covers a total geographical area of 511.52 hectares and falls under the 606209 pincode. Kallakurichi is the nearest town.
Erukkambattu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sankarapuram Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kallakurichi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Erukkambattu
According to the 2011 Census, Erukkambattu village had a total population of 835 people, including 418 males and 417 females, living in 190 households. The sex ratio was 998 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 27.80%, with male literacy at 35.54% and female literacy at 20.18%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 815.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 835 | 418 | 417 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 166 | 86 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 815 | 411 | 404 |
| Literate Population | 186 | 118 | 68 |
| Illiterate Population | 649 | 300 | 349 |
Nearby Villages of Erukkambattu
Erukkambattu is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Erukkambattu
Public transport in the Erukkambattu is mainly available through bus services. Erukkambattu has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Viluppuram to Erukkambattu is about 135 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Erukkambattu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Erukkambattu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Erukkambattu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Erukkambattu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Erukkambattu
Where is Erukkambattu located?
Erukkambattu village is located in Kalvarayan Hills Taluka, Kallakurichi district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Erukkambattu?
The Gram Panchayat of Erukkambattu is Veng0du.
What is the pincode of Erukkambattu?
The pincode of Erukkambattu is 606209.
What is the population of Erukkambattu?
Erukkambattu had a total population of 835, including 418 males and 417 females.
How many households are there in Erukkambattu?
Erukkambattu had 190 households.
What is the literacy rate in Erukkambattu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Erukkambattu was 27.80%. Male literacy was 35.54% and female literacy was 20.18%.