Koluvur - Paramakudi, Ramanathapuram
Koluvur is a village situated in the Paramakudi taluka of Ramanathapuram district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Paramakudi and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Ramanathapuram. Koluvur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Koluvur is 641889. The village covers a total geographical area of 556.27 hectares and falls under the 623705 pincode. Ramanathapuram is the nearest town.
Koluvur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Paramakudi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ramanathapuram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Koluvur
According to the 2011 Census, Koluvur village had a total population of 812 people, including 405 males and 407 females, living in 235 households. The sex ratio was 1,005 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.80%, with male literacy at 79.94% and female literacy at 56.23%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 200.
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 | 812 | 405 | 407 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 76 | 46 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 200 | 94 | 106 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 499 | 287 | 212 |
| Illiterate Population | 313 | 118 | 195 |
Nearby Villages of Koluvur
Koluvur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pandappanendal | West | 1.47 km |
| Kottakudi | North | 1.70 km |
| Periyanendal | West | 2.49 km |
| Sadurvedamangalam | South-West | 2.54 km |
| Sethukal | East | 3.00 km |
| Kiliyur | South | 3.21 km |
| Thavalaikulam | North-West | 3.27 km |
| P.kodikulam | South-East | 3.40 km |
| Chitthanendal | West | 3.45 km |
| Manakudi | North-East | 4.49 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Koluvur
Koluvur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sattirakkudi, while the nearest airport is Tuticorin Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 89.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Ramanathapuram to Koluvur is about 30 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 Koluvur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Koluvur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Koluvur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Koluvur 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 Koluvur
Where is Koluvur located?
Koluvur village is located in Paramakudi Taluka, Ramanathapuram district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Koluvur?
Koluvur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Koluvur?
The pincode of Koluvur is 623705.
What is the population of Koluvur?
Koluvur had a total population of 812, including 405 males and 407 females.
How many households are there in Koluvur?
Koluvur had 235 households.
What is the literacy rate in Koluvur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Koluvur was 67.80%. Male literacy was 79.94% and female literacy was 56.23%.