Kalikappan Bit 1 - Madurai East, Madurai
Kalikappan Bit 1 is a village situated in the Madurai East taluka of Madurai district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 7 km from Madurai North and around 7 km from Madurai. Karuppayurani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kalikappan Bit 1 village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kalikappan Bit 1 is 640667. The village covers a total geographical area of 541.67 hectares and falls under the 625107 pincode. Madurai is the nearest town.
Kalikappan Bit 1 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 Kalikappan Bit 1
As per Census 2011, Kalikappan Bit 1 village has a total population of 6,739 people, consisting of 3,378 males and 3,361 females. The village has 1,716 households and a sex ratio of 994 females per 1,000 males. There are 778 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,628 literate and 2,111 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,581 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kalikappan Bit 1 are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,739 | 3,378 | 3,361 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 778 | 400 | 378 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,581 | 817 | 764 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 4,628 | 2,538 | 2,090 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,111 | 840 | 1,271 |
Nearby Villages of Kalikappan Bit 1
Kalikappan Bit 1 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Veerapanjan | South-East | 1.14 km |
| Ilandaikkulam | West | 1.58 km |
| Ulaganeri | North | 1.60 km |
| Pulangulam | South | 1.98 km |
| Othakadai (ct) | North | 2.35 km |
| Pappakudi | South | 2.57 km |
| Podasapatti | North-East | 2.67 km |
| Tirumohur | North-East | 2.73 km |
| Mailangundu | East | 2.84 km |
| Uthangudi | North-West | 2.89 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kalikappan Bit 1
Kalikappan Bit 1 is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Madurai East, while the nearest airport is Tiruchirapally Civil Airport Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 81.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Madurai to Kalikappan Bit 1 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 Kalikappan Bit 1
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kalikappan Bit 1 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 Kalikappan Bit 1
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kalikappan Bit 1 village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kalikappan Bit 1
Where is Kalikappan Bit 1 located?
Kalikappan Bit 1 village is located in Madurai East Taluka, Madurai district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kalikappan Bit 1?
The Gram Panchayat of Kalikappan Bit 1 is Karuppayurani.
What is the pincode of Kalikappan Bit 1?
The pincode of Kalikappan Bit 1 is 625107.
What is the population of Kalikappan Bit 1?
Kalikappan Bit 1 has a total population of 6,739, including 3,378 males and 3,361 females.
How many households are there in Kalikappan Bit 1?
There are 1,716 households in Kalikappan Bit 1.
What is the literacy rate in Kalikappan Bit 1?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalikappan Bit 1 is 68.67%. Male literacy is 75.13% and female literacy is 62.18%.