Kundukulam - Madurai East, Madurai
Kundukulam is a village situated in the Madurai East taluka of Madurai district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 22 km from Madurai North and around 22 km from Madurai. Panaikulam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kundukulam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kundukulam is 640646. The village covers a total geographical area of 41.19 hectares and falls under the 625122 pincode. Melur is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Kundukulam 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.
Nearby Villages of Kundukulam
Kundukulam 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Thirukanai | North-East | 1.20 km |
| S.nedungulam | East | 1.32 km |
| Poolampatti | North | 1.38 km |
| Varaganeri | South | 1.63 km |
| Ilangiyendal | West | 1.65 km |
| Perakkur | North-West | 1.71 km |
| Nattarmangalam | South-West | 1.98 km |
| Amoor | East | 2.63 km |
| Unukalpuliyankulam | North-East | 2.66 km |
| Kilavikulam | North-East | 2.67 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kundukulam
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Kundukulam. The nearest railway station is Silsiman, while the nearest airport is Tiruchirapally Civil Airport Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 77.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| 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 Melur to Kundukulam is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Madurai to Kundukulam is about 22 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kundukulam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kundukulam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kundukulam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kundukulam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kundukulam
Where is Kundukulam located?
Kundukulam village is located in Madurai East Taluka, Madurai district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kundukulam?
The Gram Panchayat of Kundukulam is Panaikulam.
What is the pincode of Kundukulam?
The pincode of Kundukulam is 625122.