Palakurichi
Palakurichi is a village located in Kilvelur taluka of Nagapattinam district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Kilvelur (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Nagapattinam. As per 2009 stats, Palakurchi is the gram panchayat of Palakurichi village.
Here you can discover what makes Palakurichi unique in its vibrant Kilvelur-Nagapattinam region. You’ll see Palakurichi’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Palakurichi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Palakurichi is 637750. The village spans a total geographical area of 502.72 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 611109. Velankanni is nearest town to Palakurichi village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Palakurichi
Population of Palakurichi
According to the 2011 Census, Palakurichi has a total population of about 1,624, with approximately 837 males and 787 females. The sex ratio is around 940 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 163 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 914 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 73.28%, with male literacy at about 81.12% and female literacy near 64.93%. There are around 455 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Palakurichi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,624 | 837 | 787 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 163 | 82 | 81 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 914 | 460 | 454 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 1,190 | 679 | 511 |
Illiterate Population | 434 | 158 | 276 |
Connectivity of Palakurichi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Palakurichi. As per the 2011 stats, Palakurichi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Palakurichi
Knowing the nearby villages of Palakurichi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Palakurichi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Palakurichi
- Where is Palakurichi located?
- Palakurichi village is situated in Kilvelur Taluka, within the Nagapattinam district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Palakurichi?
- The Gram Panchayat of Palakurichi is Palakurchi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Palakurichi?
- The pincode of Palakurichi is 611109, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Palakurichi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palakurichi is 1,624, with 837 males and 787 females.
- How many households are there in Palakurichi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Palakurichi village has a total of 455 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Palakurichi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palakurichi is 73.28%. The male literacy rate is 81.12%, while the female literacy rate is 64.93%.