Kulathur - Gandarvakkottai, Pudukkottai
Kulathur is a village situated in the Gandarvakkottai taluka of Pudukkottai district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kovilur and around 51 km from the district headquarters in Pudukkottai. Kulathur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kulathur is 639389. The village covers a total geographical area of 833.97 hectares and falls under the 622504 pincode. Vallam is the nearest town.
Kulathur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gandarvakottai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tiruchirappalli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kulathur
As per Census 2011, Kulathur village has a total population of 3,275 people, consisting of 1,620 males and 1,655 females. The village has 719 households and a sex ratio of 1,021 females per 1,000 males. There are 360 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,112 literate and 1,163 illiterate residents. Additionally, 833 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kulathur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,275 | 1,620 | 1,655 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 360 | 171 | 189 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 833 | 415 | 418 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | - | 2 |
| Literate Population | 2,112 | 1,216 | 896 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,163 | 404 | 759 |
Nearby Villages of Kulathur
Kulathur 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 Kulathur
Kulathur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Kulathur has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Pudukkottai to Kulathur is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kulathur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kulathur 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 Kulathur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kulathur 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 Kulathur
Where is Kulathur located?
Kulathur village is located in Gandarvakkottai Taluka, Pudukkottai district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kulathur?
Kulathur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kulathur?
The pincode of Kulathur is 622504.
What is the population of Kulathur?
Kulathur has a total population of 3,275, including 1,620 males and 1,655 females.
How many households are there in Kulathur?
There are 719 households in Kulathur.
What is the literacy rate in Kulathur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kulathur is 64.49%. Male literacy is 75.06% and female literacy is 54.14%.