Kurmbalur - Kalvarayan Hills, Kallakurichi
Kurmbalur is a village situated in the Kalvarayan Hills taluka of Kallakurichi district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 45 km from Sankarapuram and around 150 km from Viluppuram. Serappattu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kurmbalur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kurmbalur is 633233. The village covers a total geographical area of 2014.66 hectares and falls under the 606401 pincode. Sankarapuram is the nearest town.
Kurmbalur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Kurmbalur
According to the 2011 Census, Kurmbalur village had a total population of 770 people, including 398 males and 372 females, living in 160 households. The sex ratio was 935 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 22.96%, with male literacy at 27.03% and female literacy at 18.73%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 769.
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 | 770 | 398 | 372 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 95 | 54 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 769 | 397 | 372 |
| Literate Population | 155 | 93 | 62 |
| Illiterate Population | 615 | 305 | 310 |
Nearby Villages of Kurmbalur
Kurmbalur 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 Kurmbalur
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kurmbalur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Viluppuram to Kurmbalur is about 150 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kurmbalur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kurmbalur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kurmbalur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kurmbalur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kurmbalur
Where is Kurmbalur located?
Kurmbalur village is located in Kalvarayan Hills Taluka, Kallakurichi district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kurmbalur?
The Gram Panchayat of Kurmbalur is Serappattu.
What is the pincode of Kurmbalur?
The pincode of Kurmbalur is 606401.
What is the population of Kurmbalur?
Kurmbalur had a total population of 770, including 398 males and 372 females.
How many households are there in Kurmbalur?
Kurmbalur had 160 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kurmbalur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kurmbalur was 22.96%. Male literacy was 27.03% and female literacy was 18.73%.