Rapoosal - Iluppur, Pudukkottai
Rapoosal is a village situated in the Iluppur taluka of Pudukkottai district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Iluppur and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Pudukkottai. Eraposal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rapoosal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rapoosal is 639255. The village covers a total geographical area of 1580.19 hectares and falls under the 622102 pincode. Illuppur is the nearest town.
Rapoosal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Viralimalai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Karur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rapoosal
According to the 2011 Census, Rapoosal village had a total population of 3,808 people, including 1,916 males and 1,892 females, living in 842 households. The sex ratio was 987 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.87%, with male literacy at 74.43% and female literacy at 53.06%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 556.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,808 | 1,916 | 1,892 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 437 | 211 | 226 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 556 | 275 | 281 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,153 | 1,269 | 884 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,655 | 647 | 1,008 |
Nearby Villages of Rapoosal
Rapoosal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Vettukkadu | South-West | 2.90 km |
| Padipatti | North-East | 3.27 km |
| Keezhakkurichi | South-East | 3.79 km |
| Nanguppatti | North | 4.21 km |
| Paiyur | North-West | 4.23 km |
| Vellanjar | South-West | 4.25 km |
| Irundirapatti | West | 4.57 km |
| Lekkanapatti | North-East | 4.61 km |
| Vilathuppatti | East | 4.87 km |
| Vilappatti | North-East | 6.10 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Rapoosal
Public transport in the Rapoosal is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Narthamalai, while the nearest airport is Tiruchirapally Civil Airport Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 20.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Pudukkottai to Rapoosal is about 35 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 Rapoosal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rapoosal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Rapoosal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rapoosal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Rapoosal
Where is Rapoosal located?
Rapoosal village is located in Iluppur Taluka, Pudukkottai district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rapoosal?
The Gram Panchayat of Rapoosal is Eraposal.
What is the pincode of Rapoosal?
The pincode of Rapoosal is 622102.
What is the population of Rapoosal?
Rapoosal had a total population of 3,808, including 1,916 males and 1,892 females.
How many households are there in Rapoosal?
Rapoosal had 842 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rapoosal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rapoosal was 63.87%. Male literacy was 74.43% and female literacy was 53.06%.