Kadaladi - Kadaladi, Ramanathapuram
Kadaladi is a village situated in the Kadaladi taluka of Ramanathapuram district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kadaladi and around 61 km from the district headquarters in Ramanathapuram. Kadaladi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kadaladi is 642067. The village covers a total geographical area of 1096.32 hectares and falls under the 623703 pincode. Sayalkudi is the nearest town.
Kadaladi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mudhukulathur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ramanathapuram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kadaladi
As per Census 2011, Kadaladi village has a total population of 5,867 people, consisting of 2,938 males and 2,929 females. The village has 1,418 households and a sex ratio of 996 females per 1,000 males. There are 564 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,339 literate and 1,528 illiterate residents. Additionally, 614 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kadaladi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,867 | 2,938 | 2,929 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 564 | 281 | 283 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 614 | 307 | 307 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 4,339 | 2,390 | 1,949 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,528 | 548 | 980 |
Nearby Villages of Kadaladi
Kadaladi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| K.veppangulam | North | 2.40 km |
| Kadugusandai | South | 3.03 km |
| Meenangudi | East | 3.36 km |
| Archanaipagam Usilangulam | South-West | 3.53 km |
| M. Karisalkulam | West | 5.55 km |
| A.punavasal | North-East | 5.66 km |
| Appanur | North-West | 5.99 km |
| Melaselvanur | East | 6.23 km |
| Periakulam | South | 6.92 km |
| Silliyanvagaikkulam | West | 6.95 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kadaladi
Kadaladi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sattirakkudi, while the nearest airport is Tuticorin Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 56.1 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 Ramanathapuram to Kadaladi is about 61 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kadaladi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kadaladi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kadaladi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kadaladi 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 Kadaladi
Where is Kadaladi located?
Kadaladi village is located in Kadaladi Taluka, Ramanathapuram district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kadaladi?
Kadaladi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kadaladi?
The pincode of Kadaladi is 623703.
What is the population of Kadaladi?
Kadaladi has a total population of 5,867, including 2,938 males and 2,929 females.
How many households are there in Kadaladi?
There are 1,418 households in Kadaladi.
What is the literacy rate in Kadaladi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kadaladi is 73.96%. Male literacy is 81.35% and female literacy is 66.54%.