Erachakulam - Thovala, Kanniyakumari
Erachakulam is a village situated in the Thovala taluka of Kanniyakumari district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Boothapandi and around 6 km from the district headquarters in Nagercoil. Erachakulam village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Erachakulam is 643152. The village covers a total geographical area of 1339.77 hectares and falls under the 629901 pincode. Nagercoil is the nearest town.
Erachakulam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kanniyakumari Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Erachakulam
As per Census 2011, Erachakulam village has a total population of 5,715 people, consisting of 2,833 males and 2,882 females. The village has 1,605 households and a sex ratio of 1,017 females per 1,000 males. There are 482 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,770 literate and 945 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,056 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Erachakulam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,715 | 2,833 | 2,882 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 482 | 244 | 238 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,056 | 531 | 525 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 4,770 | 2,427 | 2,343 |
| Illiterate Population | 945 | 406 | 539 |
Nearby Villages of Erachakulam
Erachakulam 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Esanthimangalam | North-East | 2.93 km |
| Vadasery (part) | South | 3.66 km |
| Chiramadam | North | 4.11 km |
| Thirupathisaram | South-East | 4.68 km |
| Alur | South-West | 4.89 km |
| Villukuri A | West | 6.11 km |
| Derisanamcope | North | 6.60 km |
| Nagercoil | South | 6.92 km |
| Chenbagaramanputhur (part) | East | 7.01 km |
| Kalkulam | West | 7.79 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Erachakulam
Erachakulam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Nagercoil Town, while the nearest airport is Trivandrum International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 45.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Nagercoil to Erachakulam is about 6 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 Erachakulam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Erachakulam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Erachakulam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Erachakulam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Erachakulam
Where is Erachakulam located?
Erachakulam village is located in Thovala Taluka, Kanniyakumari district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Erachakulam?
Erachakulam is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Erachakulam?
The pincode of Erachakulam is 629901.
What is the population of Erachakulam?
Erachakulam has a total population of 5,715, including 2,833 males and 2,882 females.
How many households are there in Erachakulam?
There are 1,605 households in Erachakulam.
What is the literacy rate in Erachakulam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Erachakulam is 83.46%. Male literacy is 85.67% and female literacy is 81.30%.