Kshetrapalapuram - Kuthalam, Mayiladuthurai
Kshetrapalapuram is a village situated in the Kuthalam taluka of Mayiladuthurai district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 2 km from Kuthalam and around 58 km from Nagapattinam. Sethirabalapuram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kshetrapalapuram village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kshetrapalapuram is 637506. The village covers a total geographical area of 389.58 hectares and falls under the 609806 pincode. Kuthalam is the nearest town.
Kshetrapalapuram village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sirkazhi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayiladuthurai Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kshetrapalapuram
As per Census 2011, Kshetrapalapuram village has a total population of 3,317 people, consisting of 1,653 males and 1,664 females. The village has 846 households and a sex ratio of 1,006 females per 1,000 males. There are 309 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,471 literate and 846 illiterate residents. Additionally, 867 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kshetrapalapuram are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,317 | 1,653 | 1,664 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 309 | 158 | 151 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 867 | 432 | 435 |
| Literate Population | 2,471 | 1,325 | 1,146 |
| Illiterate Population | 846 | 328 | 518 |
Nearby Villages of Kshetrapalapuram
Kshetrapalapuram 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tholuthalangudi | South | 1.66 km |
| Anaimelagaram | East | 1.80 km |
| Kadalangudi | North-West | 2.20 km |
| Kuthalam | West | 2.58 km |
| Vanadirajapuram | North | 2.90 km |
| Muvalur | East | 2.91 km |
| Senniayanallur | South-West | 3.09 km |
| Melaiyur | South-West | 3.11 km |
| Keelaiyur | South-East | 3.12 km |
| Asikkadu | South-East | 3.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kshetrapalapuram
Kshetrapalapuram is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Malliyam, while the nearest airport is Tiruchirapally Civil Airport Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 76.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Nagapattinam to Kshetrapalapuram is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kshetrapalapuram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kshetrapalapuram village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kshetrapalapuram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kshetrapalapuram village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kshetrapalapuram
Where is Kshetrapalapuram located?
Kshetrapalapuram village is located in Kuthalam Taluka, Mayiladuthurai district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kshetrapalapuram?
The Gram Panchayat of Kshetrapalapuram is Sethirabalapuram.
What is the pincode of Kshetrapalapuram?
The pincode of Kshetrapalapuram is 609806.
What is the population of Kshetrapalapuram?
Kshetrapalapuram has a total population of 3,317, including 1,653 males and 1,664 females.
How many households are there in Kshetrapalapuram?
There are 846 households in Kshetrapalapuram.
What is the literacy rate in Kshetrapalapuram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kshetrapalapuram is 74.50%. Male literacy is 80.16% and female literacy is 68.87%.