Koolapandi - Madurai North, Madurai
Koolapandi is a village situated in the Madurai North taluka of Madurai district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Madurai North and around 14 km from the district headquarters in Madurai. Kodimangalam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Koolapandi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Koolapandi is 640608. The village covers a total geographical area of 113.39 hectares and falls under the 625014 pincode. Anaiyur is the nearest town.
Koolapandi 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 Koolapandi
According to the 2011 Census, Koolapandi village had a total population of 545 people, including 252 males and 293 females, living in 141 households. The sex ratio was 1,163 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.26%, with male literacy at 95.58% and female literacy at 83.53%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 173.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 545 | 252 | 293 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 26 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 173 | 80 | 93 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 424 | 216 | 208 |
| Illiterate Population | 121 | 36 | 85 |
Nearby Villages of Koolapandi
Koolapandi 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 Koolapandi
Koolapandi 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 Koolapandi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Koolapandi is about 14 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 Koolapandi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Koolapandi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Koolapandi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Koolapandi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Koolapandi
Where is Koolapandi located?
Koolapandi village is located in Madurai North Taluka, Madurai district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Koolapandi?
The Gram Panchayat of Koolapandi is Kodimangalam.
What is the pincode of Koolapandi?
The pincode of Koolapandi is 625014.
What is the population of Koolapandi?
Koolapandi had a total population of 545, including 252 males and 293 females.
How many households are there in Koolapandi?
Koolapandi had 141 households.
What is the literacy rate in Koolapandi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Koolapandi was 89.26%. Male literacy was 95.58% and female literacy was 83.53%.