R.Palakurichy - Ponnamaravathi, Pudukkottai
R.Palakurichy is a village situated in the Ponnamaravathi taluka of Pudukkottai district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ponnamaravathi and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Pudukkottai. R. Palakurichi serves as the Gram Panchayat for R.Palakurichy village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of R.Palakurichy is 639574. The village covers a total geographical area of 1017.14 hectares and falls under the 622407 pincode. Ponnamaravathi is the nearest town.
R.Palakurichy village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tiruppattur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sivaganga Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of R.Palakurichy
According to the 2011 Census, R.Palakurichy village had a total population of 2,593 people, including 1,302 males and 1,291 females, living in 590 households. The sex ratio was 992 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.94%, with male literacy at 77.96% and female literacy at 57.79%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 220.
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 | 2,593 | 1,302 | 1,291 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 241 | 118 | 123 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 220 | 115 | 105 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,598 | 923 | 675 |
| Illiterate Population | 995 | 379 | 616 |
Nearby Villages of R.Palakurichy
R.Palakurichy 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kilavayal | North-East | 2.66 km |
| Manalur | South-East | 2.77 km |
| Karisalpatti | North | 3.93 km |
| Chettikuruchi | West | 4.06 km |
| Piranpatti | West | 4.06 km |
| S.pudur | East | 4.31 km |
| Melavannariruppu | South | 4.47 km |
| Minnamalaipatti | South-East | 4.84 km |
| Dharmappatti | North-West | 5.26 km |
| Neduvayal | East | 5.95 km |
Transport and Connectivity of R.Palakurichy
R.Palakurichy is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Valyampatti, while the nearest airport is Tiruchirapally Civil Airport Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.2 km.
| 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 Pudukkottai to R.Palakurichy is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in R.Palakurichy
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for R.Palakurichy village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in R.Palakurichy
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving R.Palakurichy village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about R.Palakurichy
Where is R.Palakurichy located?
R.Palakurichy village is located in Ponnamaravathi Taluka, Pudukkottai district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of R.Palakurichy?
The Gram Panchayat of R.Palakurichy is R. Palakurichi.
What is the pincode of R.Palakurichy?
The pincode of R.Palakurichy is 622407.
What is the population of R.Palakurichy?
R.Palakurichy had a total population of 2,593, including 1,302 males and 1,291 females.
How many households are there in R.Palakurichy?
R.Palakurichy had 590 households.
What is the literacy rate in R.Palakurichy?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of R.Palakurichy was 67.94%. Male literacy was 77.96% and female literacy was 57.79%.