Kovilkurundhankulam - Madurai North, Madurai
Kovilkurundhankulam is a village situated in the Madurai North taluka of Madurai district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Madurai North and around 15 km from the district headquarters in Madurai. Thodaneri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kovilkurundhankulam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kovilkurundhankulam is 640633. The village covers a total geographical area of 17.17 hectares and falls under the 625301 pincode. Paravai is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Kovilkurundhankulam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sholavandan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Theni Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Nearby Villages of Kovilkurundhankulam
Kovilkurundhankulam 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pattakkurichchi | East | 0.48 km |
| Kallikudi | North-West | 1.18 km |
| Adalai | North-East | 1.27 km |
| Keelanedugulam | North | 1.76 km |
| Paravai (east) | South-West | 1.80 km |
| Sambakulam | North | 2.56 km |
| Moolakurichi | North-West | 2.65 km |
| Kovilappangudi | South-East | 2.66 km |
| Podumbu Bit 1 | East | 2.91 km |
| Thodaneri Bit 1 | North-West | 3.08 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kovilkurundhankulam
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kovilkurundhankulam. The nearest railway station is Samayanallur, while the nearest airport is Tiruchirapally Civil Airport Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 84.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Paravai to Kovilkurundhankulam is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Madurai to Kovilkurundhankulam is about 15 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 Kovilkurundhankulam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kovilkurundhankulam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kovilkurundhankulam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kovilkurundhankulam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kovilkurundhankulam
Where is Kovilkurundhankulam located?
Kovilkurundhankulam village is located in Madurai North Taluka, Madurai district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kovilkurundhankulam?
The Gram Panchayat of Kovilkurundhankulam is Thodaneri.
What is the pincode of Kovilkurundhankulam?
The pincode of Kovilkurundhankulam is 625301.