Prathabaramapuram - Kilvelur, Nagapattinam
Prathabaramapuram is a village situated in the Kilvelur taluka of Nagapattinam district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kilvelur and around 15 km from the district headquarters in Nagapattinam. Prathamaramapuram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Prathabaramapuram village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Prathabaramapuram is 637747. The village covers a total geographical area of 1553.95 hectares and falls under the 611111 pincode. Velankanni is the nearest town.
Prathabaramapuram village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kilvelur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nagapattinam Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Prathabaramapuram
As per Census 2011, Prathabaramapuram village has a total population of 10,124 people, consisting of 5,101 males and 5,023 females. The village has 2,603 households and a sex ratio of 984 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,141 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 7,463 literate and 2,661 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,680 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Prathabaramapuram are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 10,124 | 5,101 | 5,023 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,141 | 579 | 562 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,680 | 1,293 | 1,387 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 7,463 | 4,089 | 3,374 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,661 | 1,012 | 1,649 |
Nearby Villages of Prathabaramapuram
Prathabaramapuram 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Velankanni | North | 3.38 km |
| Thalayamazhai | West | 3.39 km |
| Thiruppoondi (west) | South-West | 3.40 km |
| Thiruppoondi (east) | South | 4.02 km |
| Chinathumboor | North-West | 4.13 km |
| Cholavidyapuram | West | 5.09 km |
| Karunguni | West | 5.43 km |
| Therkupoigainallur | North | 5.43 km |
| Kilapidagai | South-West | 5.69 km |
| Ottathattai | West | 5.89 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Prathabaramapuram
Prathabaramapuram is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Velankanni, while the nearest airport is Tiruchirapally Civil Airport Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 93.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Nagapattinam to Prathabaramapuram 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 Prathabaramapuram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Prathabaramapuram village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Prathabaramapuram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Prathabaramapuram village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Prathabaramapuram
Where is Prathabaramapuram located?
Prathabaramapuram village is located in Kilvelur Taluka, Nagapattinam district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Prathabaramapuram?
The Gram Panchayat of Prathabaramapuram is Prathamaramapuram.
What is the pincode of Prathabaramapuram?
The pincode of Prathabaramapuram is 611111.
What is the population of Prathabaramapuram?
Prathabaramapuram has a total population of 10,124, including 5,101 males and 5,023 females.
How many households are there in Prathabaramapuram?
There are 2,603 households in Prathabaramapuram.
What is the literacy rate in Prathabaramapuram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Prathabaramapuram is 73.72%. Male literacy is 80.16% and female literacy is 67.17%.