Pallichchandal - Vanapuram, Kallakurichi

Pallichchandal is a village situated in the Vanapuram taluka of Kallakurichi district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 21 km from Tirukkoyilur and around 60 km from Viluppuram. Jambai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pallichchandal village.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Pallichchandal is 633053. The village covers a total geographical area of 397.86 hectares and falls under the 605754 pincode. Mannalurpettai is the nearest town.

Pallichchandal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rishivandiyam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kallakurichi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.

Population of Pallichchandal

As per Census 2011, Pallichchandal village has a total population of 1,500 people, consisting of 751 males and 749 females. The village has 332 households and a sex ratio of 997 females per 1,000 males. There are 217 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 742 literate and 758 illiterate residents. Additionally, 49 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.

Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pallichchandal are given below:

Nearby Villages of Pallichchandal

Pallichchandal 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:

Transport and Connectivity of Pallichchandal

Pallichchandal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Tandarai, while the nearest airport is Pondicherry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 63.5 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Viluppuram to Pallichchandal 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 Pallichchandal

Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pallichchandal village is detailed below:

Health Facilities in Pallichchandal

Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pallichchandal village are given below:

FAQs about Pallichchandal