Puthagaram - Tirukkoyilur, Kallakurichi
Puthagaram is a village situated in the Tirukkoyilur taluka of Kallakurichi district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 10 km from Tirukkoyilur and around 50 km from Viluppuram.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Puthagaram is 633092. The village covers a total geographical area of 127.69 hectares and falls under the 605755 pincode. Thirukoilur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Puthagaram village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Thirukoilur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Viluppuram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Nearby Villages of Puthagaram
Puthagaram 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 Puthagaram
Puthagaram is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Puthagaram.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Thirukoilur to Puthagaram is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Viluppuram to Puthagaram is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Puthagaram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Puthagaram village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Puthagaram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Puthagaram 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Puthagaram
Where is Puthagaram located?
Puthagaram village is located in Tirukkoyilur Taluka, Kallakurichi district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the pincode of Puthagaram?
The pincode of Puthagaram is 605755.