Venkittankurichi - Paramakudi, Ramanathapuram
Venkittankurichi is a village situated in the Paramakudi taluka of Ramanathapuram district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Paramakudi and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Ramanathapuram. Venkittankurichchi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Venkittankurichi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Venkittankurichi is 641924. The village covers a total geographical area of 845 hectares and falls under the 623712 pincode. Paramakudi is the nearest town.
Venkittankurichi 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 Venkittankurichi
As per Census 2011, Venkittankurichi village has a total population of 2,375 people, consisting of 1,156 males and 1,219 females. The village has 629 households and a sex ratio of 1,054 females per 1,000 males. There are 198 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,636 literate and 739 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,055 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Venkittankurichi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,375 | 1,156 | 1,219 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 198 | 93 | 105 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,055 | 528 | 527 |
| Literate Population | 1,636 | 891 | 745 |
| Illiterate Population | 739 | 265 | 474 |
Nearby Villages of Venkittankurichi
Venkittankurichi 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.karungulam | South-East | 1.93 km |
| Pathanendal | South | 2.11 km |
| Kavanur | West | 2.57 km |
| Kalayur | East | 3.18 km |
| Pambur | South-West | 3.51 km |
| Vendoni | North | 3.73 km |
| Ariyanendal | East | 3.99 km |
| Melayakudi | North-West | 4.25 km |
| Sellur | South | 4.55 km |
| Thenpoduvakudi | South-West | 5.21 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Venkittankurichi
Venkittankurichi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Paramakkudi, while the nearest airport is Tuticorin Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 78.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ramanathapuram to Venkittankurichi is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Venkittankurichi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Venkittankurichi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Venkittankurichi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Venkittankurichi 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 Venkittankurichi
Where is Venkittankurichi located?
Venkittankurichi village is located in Paramakudi Taluka, Ramanathapuram district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Venkittankurichi?
The Gram Panchayat of Venkittankurichi is Venkittankurichchi.
What is the pincode of Venkittankurichi?
The pincode of Venkittankurichi is 623712.
What is the population of Venkittankurichi?
Venkittankurichi has a total population of 2,375, including 1,156 males and 1,219 females.
How many households are there in Venkittankurichi?
There are 629 households in Venkittankurichi.
What is the literacy rate in Venkittankurichi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Venkittankurichi is 68.88%. Male literacy is 77.08% and female literacy is 61.12%.