Nagercoil Village - Agastheeswaram, Kanniyakumari
Nagercoil is a village situated in the Agastheeswaram taluka of Kanniyakumari district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 5 km from Nagercoil, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Therekalputhoor serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nagercoil village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nagercoil is 643167. The village covers a total geographical area of 384 hectares and falls under the 629001 pincode. Therur is the nearest town.
Nagercoil village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nagercoil Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanniyakumari Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nagercoil
As per Census 2011, Nagercoil village has a total population of 3,323 people, consisting of 1,659 males and 1,664 females. The village has 950 households and a sex ratio of 1,003 females per 1,000 males. There are 329 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,836 literate and 487 illiterate residents. Additionally, 677 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 9 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nagercoil are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,323 | 1,659 | 1,664 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 329 | 163 | 166 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 677 | 334 | 343 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 2,836 | 1,449 | 1,387 |
| Illiterate Population | 487 | 210 | 277 |
Nearby Villages of Nagercoil
Nagercoil 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Vadiveeswaram (part) | South-East | 2.17 km |
| Vadasery (part) | North | 3.26 km |
| Neendakara-a (part) | South-West | 3.34 km |
| Suchindrum | South-East | 5.07 km |
| Thirupathisaram | North-East | 5.39 km |
| Madhusoodhanapuram (part) | South | 5.74 km |
| Vempanoor | West | 5.78 km |
| Alur | North-West | 6.15 km |
| Theroor | East | 6.16 km |
| Dharmapuram (part) | South | 6.16 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nagercoil
Nagercoil is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Nagercoil Jn, while the nearest airport is Trivandrum International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 48.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Nagercoil to Nagercoil is about 7 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nagercoil
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nagercoil village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Nagercoil
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nagercoil village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Nagercoil
Where is Nagercoil located?
Nagercoil village is located in Agastheeswaram Taluka, Kanniyakumari district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nagercoil?
The Gram Panchayat of Nagercoil is Therekalputhoor.
What is the pincode of Nagercoil?
The pincode of Nagercoil is 629001.
What is the population of Nagercoil?
Nagercoil has a total population of 3,323, including 1,659 males and 1,664 females.
How many households are there in Nagercoil?
There are 950 households in Nagercoil.
What is the literacy rate in Nagercoil?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nagercoil is 85.34%. Male literacy is 87.34% and female literacy is 83.35%.