Kodikulam - Manamelkudi, Pudukkottai
Kodikulam is a village situated in the Manamelkudi taluka of Pudukkottai district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Manamelkudi and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Pudukkottai. Kottaipattinam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kodikulam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kodikulam is 639862. The village covers a total geographical area of 1028.64 hectares and falls under the 614619 pincode. Aranthangi is the nearest town.
Kodikulam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Aranthangi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ramanathapuram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kodikulam
As per Census 2011, Kodikulam village has a total population of 13,955 people, consisting of 6,879 males and 7,076 females. The village has 3,066 households and a sex ratio of 1,028 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,757 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 10,847 literate and 3,108 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,491 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kodikulam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 13,955 | 6,879 | 7,076 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,757 | 848 | 909 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,491 | 724 | 767 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 10,847 | 5,551 | 5,296 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,108 | 1,328 | 1,780 |
Nearby Villages of Kodikulam
Kodikulam 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Manjakkudi | West | 3.18 km |
| Karakathikkottai | North-West | 3.24 km |
| Vichur | North | 3.57 km |
| Melpappanur | North-West | 3.90 km |
| Kilpappanur | North | 4.19 km |
| Nelveli | North-West | 5.33 km |
| Vettivayal | West | 5.45 km |
| Rettaiyalam | West | 5.51 km |
| Periyamadaippaychchal (part) | South-West | 5.60 km |
| Mandangudi | North | 6.06 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kodikulam
Kodikulam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Arantangi, while the nearest airport is Tiruchirapally Civil Airport Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 76.1 km.
| 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 Kodikulam is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kodikulam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kodikulam 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 Kodikulam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kodikulam 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 Kodikulam
Where is Kodikulam located?
Kodikulam village is located in Manamelkudi Taluka, Pudukkottai district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kodikulam?
The Gram Panchayat of Kodikulam is Kottaipattinam.
What is the pincode of Kodikulam?
The pincode of Kodikulam is 614619.
What is the population of Kodikulam?
Kodikulam has a total population of 13,955, including 6,879 males and 7,076 females.
How many households are there in Kodikulam?
There are 3,066 households in Kodikulam.
What is the literacy rate in Kodikulam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kodikulam is 77.73%. Male literacy is 80.69% and female literacy is 74.84%.