Kulathur - Tiruvadanai, Ramanathapuram
Kulathur is a village situated in the Tiruvadanai taluka of Ramanathapuram district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tiruvadanai and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Ramanathapuram. Kulathur B/d serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kulathur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kulathur is 641829. The village covers a total geographical area of 858.32 hectares and falls under the 623407 pincode. Thondi is the nearest town.
Kulathur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tiruvadanai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ramanathapuram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kulathur
As per Census 2011, Kulathur village has a total population of 2,033 people, consisting of 1,032 males and 1,001 females. The village has 474 households and a sex ratio of 969 females per 1,000 males. There are 190 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,416 literate and 617 illiterate residents. Additionally, 363 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kulathur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,033 | 1,032 | 1,001 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 190 | 94 | 96 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 363 | 177 | 186 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,416 | 796 | 620 |
| Illiterate Population | 617 | 236 | 381 |
Nearby Villages of Kulathur
Kulathur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pattamangalam | West | 1.46 km |
| Tiruvetriyur | East | 2.30 km |
| Kilapanaiyur | North-West | 2.69 km |
| Kilaarumbur | North-East | 3.03 km |
| Alikkudi | South | 3.40 km |
| Kallikudi | South-West | 3.81 km |
| Kanatangudi | South-East | 4.01 km |
| Athiyur | North | 4.24 km |
| Kadambanedal | East | 4.36 km |
| Bagavathimangalam | South-West | 4.62 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kulathur
Public transport in the Kulathur is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Devakottai Road, while the nearest airport is Tiruchirapally Civil Airport Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 89.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ramanathapuram to Kulathur is about 60 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 Kulathur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kulathur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kulathur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kulathur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kulathur
Where is Kulathur located?
Kulathur village is located in Tiruvadanai Taluka, Ramanathapuram district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kulathur?
The Gram Panchayat of Kulathur is Kulathur B/d.
What is the pincode of Kulathur?
The pincode of Kulathur is 623407.
What is the population of Kulathur?
Kulathur has a total population of 2,033, including 1,032 males and 1,001 females.
How many households are there in Kulathur?
There are 474 households in Kulathur.
What is the literacy rate in Kulathur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kulathur is 69.65%. Male literacy is 77.13% and female literacy is 61.94%.