Nagakudaiyan - Vedaranyam, Nagapattinam
Nagakudaiyan is a village situated in the Vedaranyam taluka of Nagapattinam district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vedaranyam and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Nagapattinam. Nagakudaiyan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nagakudaiyan is 637813. The village covers a total geographical area of 849.32 hectares and falls under the 614808 pincode. Vedaranyam is the nearest town.
Nagakudaiyan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vedaranyam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nagapattinam Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nagakudaiyan
As per Census 2011, Nagakudaiyan village has a total population of 3,566 people, consisting of 1,778 males and 1,788 females. The village has 990 households and a sex ratio of 1,005 females per 1,000 males. There are 341 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,631 literate and 935 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,098 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nagakudaiyan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,566 | 1,778 | 1,788 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 341 | 180 | 161 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,098 | 541 | 557 |
| Literate Population | 2,631 | 1,411 | 1,220 |
| Illiterate Population | 935 | 367 | 568 |
Nearby Villages of Nagakudaiyan
Nagakudaiyan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kallimedu | North-East | 2.11 km |
| Katharipuram | South | 3.05 km |
| Sembodai | South-East | 4.12 km |
| Chettipulam | West | 4.73 km |
| Maharajapuram (east) | West | 5.16 km |
| Sembagarayanellur | South-West | 6.00 km |
| Thethakudi North | South-East | 6.05 km |
| Pushpavanam | East | 6.21 km |
| Kuravapuram | South | 6.82 km |
| Vellapallam | North-East | 7.05 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nagakudaiyan
Public transport in the Nagakudaiyan 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 92.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Nagakudaiyan is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nagakudaiyan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nagakudaiyan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Nagakudaiyan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nagakudaiyan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Nagakudaiyan
Where is Nagakudaiyan located?
Nagakudaiyan village is located in Vedaranyam Taluka, Nagapattinam district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nagakudaiyan?
Nagakudaiyan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nagakudaiyan?
The pincode of Nagakudaiyan is 614808.
What is the population of Nagakudaiyan?
Nagakudaiyan has a total population of 3,566, including 1,778 males and 1,788 females.
How many households are there in Nagakudaiyan?
There are 990 households in Nagakudaiyan.
What is the literacy rate in Nagakudaiyan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nagakudaiyan is 73.78%. Male literacy is 79.36% and female literacy is 68.23%.