Kaikalathur (East) - Veppanthattai, Perambalur
Kaikalathur (East) is a village situated in the Veppanthattai taluka of Perambalur district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Veppanthattai and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Perambalur. Kai-kalathur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kaikalathur (East) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kaikalathur (East) is 636148. The village covers a total geographical area of 883.62 hectares and falls under the 621119 pincode. Arumbavur is the nearest town.
Kaikalathur (East) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Perambalur Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Kaikalathur (East)
As per Census 2011, Kaikalathur (East) village has a total population of 2,949 people, consisting of 1,467 males and 1,482 females. The village has 846 households and a sex ratio of 1,010 females per 1,000 males. There are 360 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,955 literate and 994 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,179 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kaikalathur (East) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,949 | 1,467 | 1,482 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 360 | 210 | 150 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,179 | 586 | 593 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,955 | 1,071 | 884 |
| Illiterate Population | 994 | 396 | 598 |
Nearby Villages of Kaikalathur (East)
Kaikalathur (East) 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 Kaikalathur (East)
Kaikalathur (East) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Perambalur to Kaikalathur (East) is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kaikalathur (East)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kaikalathur (East) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kaikalathur (East)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kaikalathur (East) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Kaikalathur (East)
Where is Kaikalathur (East) located?
Kaikalathur (East) village is located in Veppanthattai Taluka, Perambalur district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kaikalathur (East)?
The Gram Panchayat of Kaikalathur (East) is Kai-kalathur.
What is the pincode of Kaikalathur (East)?
The pincode of Kaikalathur (East) is 621119.
What is the population of Kaikalathur (East)?
Kaikalathur (East) has a total population of 2,949, including 1,467 males and 1,482 females.
How many households are there in Kaikalathur (East)?
There are 846 households in Kaikalathur (East).
What is the literacy rate in Kaikalathur (East)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kaikalathur (East) is 66.29%. Male literacy is 73.01% and female literacy is 59.65%.