Kolakkamedu - Rasipuram, Namakkal
Kolakkamedu is a village situated in the Rasipuram taluka of Namakkal district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 41 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rasipuram and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Namakkal. Unanthangal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kolakkamedu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kolakkamedu is 634535. The village covers a total geographical area of 500.38 hectares and falls under the 636142 pincode. Namagiripettai is the nearest town.
Kolakkamedu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rasipuram Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Namakkal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kolakkamedu
As per Census 2011, Kolakkamedu village has a total population of 206 people, consisting of 106 males and 100 females. The village has 53 households and a sex ratio of 943 females per 1,000 males. There are 26 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 98 literate and 108 illiterate residents. Additionally, 206 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kolakkamedu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 206 | 106 | 100 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 11 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 206 | 106 | 100 |
| Literate Population | 98 | 54 | 44 |
| Illiterate Population | 108 | 52 | 56 |
Nearby Villages of Kolakkamedu
Kolakkamedu is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kolakkamedu
Kolakkamedu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Namakkal to Kolakkamedu is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kolakkamedu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kolakkamedu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kolakkamedu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kolakkamedu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kolakkamedu
Where is Kolakkamedu located?
Kolakkamedu village is located in Rasipuram Taluka, Namakkal district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kolakkamedu?
The Gram Panchayat of Kolakkamedu is Unanthangal.
What is the pincode of Kolakkamedu?
The pincode of Kolakkamedu is 636142.
What is the population of Kolakkamedu?
Kolakkamedu has a total population of 206, including 106 males and 100 females.
How many households are there in Kolakkamedu?
There are 53 households in Kolakkamedu.
What is the literacy rate in Kolakkamedu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kolakkamedu is 47.57%. Male literacy is 50.94% and female literacy is 44.00%.