Chettikulam - Madurai East, Madurai
Chettikulam is a village situated in the Madurai East taluka of Madurai district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 8 km from Madurai North and around 8 km from Madurai. Chettikulam village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chettikulam is 640620. The village covers a total geographical area of 244.12 hectares and falls under the 625301 pincode. Anaiyur is the nearest town.
Chettikulam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Madurai East Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Madurai Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chettikulam
As per Census 2011, Chettikulam village has a total population of 4,970 people, consisting of 2,517 males and 2,453 females. The village has 1,259 households and a sex ratio of 974 females per 1,000 males. There are 549 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,656 literate and 1,314 illiterate residents. Additionally, 789 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chettikulam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,970 | 2,517 | 2,453 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 549 | 282 | 267 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 789 | 393 | 396 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 3,656 | 1,975 | 1,681 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,314 | 542 | 772 |
Transport and Connectivity of Chettikulam
Chettikulam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Chettikulam.
| 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 Madurai to Chettikulam is about 8 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 Chettikulam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chettikulam 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 Chettikulam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chettikulam 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Chettikulam
Where is Chettikulam located?
Chettikulam village is located in Madurai East Taluka, Madurai district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chettikulam?
Chettikulam is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chettikulam?
The pincode of Chettikulam is 625301.
What is the population of Chettikulam?
Chettikulam has a total population of 4,970, including 2,517 males and 2,453 females.
How many households are there in Chettikulam?
There are 1,259 households in Chettikulam.
What is the literacy rate in Chettikulam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chettikulam is 73.56%. Male literacy is 78.47% and female literacy is 68.53%.