Unukalpuliyankulam - Melur, Madurai
Unukalpuliyankulam is a village situated in the Melur taluka of Madurai district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Melur and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Madurai. Amoor serves as the Gram Panchayat for Unukalpuliyankulam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Unukalpuliyankulam is 640548. The village covers a total geographical area of 97.88 hectares and falls under the 625122 pincode. Melur is the nearest town.
Unukalpuliyankulam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Melur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Madurai Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Unukalpuliyankulam
As per Census 2011, Unukalpuliyankulam village has a total population of 376 people, consisting of 189 males and 187 females. The village has 94 households and a sex ratio of 989 females per 1,000 males. There are 45 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 254 literate and 122 illiterate residents. Additionally, 186 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Unukalpuliyankulam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 376 | 189 | 187 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 25 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 186 | 95 | 91 |
| Literate Population | 254 | 142 | 112 |
| Illiterate Population | 122 | 47 | 75 |
Nearby Villages of Unukalpuliyankulam
Unukalpuliyankulam 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kilavikulam | South-East | 1.02 km |
| Marudur | East | 1.31 km |
| Thirukanai | South-West | 1.51 km |
| Poolampatti | West | 2.07 km |
| Narasingampatti | North | 2.52 km |
| S.nedungulam | South | 2.54 km |
| Kundukulam | South-West | 2.66 km |
| Amoor | South | 2.71 km |
| Mukkampatti | South-East | 2.89 km |
| Sorukulipatti | South-East | 2.93 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Unukalpuliyankulam
Public transport in the Unukalpuliyankulam is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Silsiman, while the nearest airport is Tiruchirapally Civil Airport Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 75.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Madurai to Unukalpuliyankulam is about 25 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 Unukalpuliyankulam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Unukalpuliyankulam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Unukalpuliyankulam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Unukalpuliyankulam 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Unukalpuliyankulam
Where is Unukalpuliyankulam located?
Unukalpuliyankulam village is located in Melur Taluka, Madurai district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Unukalpuliyankulam?
The Gram Panchayat of Unukalpuliyankulam is Amoor.
What is the pincode of Unukalpuliyankulam?
The pincode of Unukalpuliyankulam is 625122.
What is the population of Unukalpuliyankulam?
Unukalpuliyankulam has a total population of 376, including 189 males and 187 females.
How many households are there in Unukalpuliyankulam?
There are 94 households in Unukalpuliyankulam.
What is the literacy rate in Unukalpuliyankulam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Unukalpuliyankulam is 67.55%. Male literacy is 75.13% and female literacy is 59.89%.