Panaikulam - Madurai East, Madurai
Panaikulam 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 village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panaikulam is 640657. The village covers a total geographical area of 91.81 hectares and falls under the 625107 pincode. Melur is the nearest town.
Panaikulam 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 Panaikulam
As per Census 2011, Panaikulam village has a total population of 799 people, consisting of 391 males and 408 females. The village has 185 households and a sex ratio of 1,043 females per 1,000 males. There are 89 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 538 literate and 261 illiterate residents. Additionally, 199 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Panaikulam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 799 | 391 | 408 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 89 | 46 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 199 | 96 | 103 |
| Literate Population | 538 | 309 | 229 |
| Illiterate Population | 261 | 82 | 179 |
Nearby Villages of Panaikulam
Panaikulam is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Panaikulam
Public transport in the Panaikulam is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Madurai to Panaikulam 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 Panaikulam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panaikulam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Panaikulam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panaikulam 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Panaikulam
Where is Panaikulam located?
Panaikulam village is located in Madurai East Taluka, Madurai district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Panaikulam?
Panaikulam is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Panaikulam?
The pincode of Panaikulam is 625107.
What is the population of Panaikulam?
Panaikulam has a total population of 799, including 391 males and 408 females.
How many households are there in Panaikulam?
There are 185 households in Panaikulam.
What is the literacy rate in Panaikulam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panaikulam is 67.33%. Male literacy is 79.03% and female literacy is 56.13%.