Kalabangudi - Devakottai, Sivaganga
Kalabangudi is a village situated in the Devakottai taluka of Sivaganga district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devakottai and around 77 km from the district headquarters in Sivaganga. Puthurani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kalabangudi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kalabangudi is 640158. The village covers a total geographical area of 128.48 hectares and falls under the 630303 pincode. Devakottai is the nearest town.
Kalabangudi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karaikudi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sivaganga Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kalabangudi
According to the 2011 Census, Kalabangudi village had a total population of 258 people, including 126 males and 132 females, living in 66 households. The sex ratio was 1,048 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.35%, with male literacy at 78.81% and female literacy at 56.69%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 94.
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 | 258 | 126 | 132 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 8 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 94 | 40 | 54 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 165 | 93 | 72 |
| Illiterate Population | 93 | 33 | 60 |
Nearby Villages of Kalabangudi
Kalabangudi is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kalabangudi
Kalabangudi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Sivaganga to Kalabangudi is about 77 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kalabangudi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kalabangudi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kalabangudi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kalabangudi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kalabangudi
Where is Kalabangudi located?
Kalabangudi village is located in Devakottai Taluka, Sivaganga district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kalabangudi?
The Gram Panchayat of Kalabangudi is Puthurani.
What is the pincode of Kalabangudi?
The pincode of Kalabangudi is 630303.
What is the population of Kalabangudi?
Kalabangudi had a total population of 258, including 126 males and 132 females.
How many households are there in Kalabangudi?
Kalabangudi had 66 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kalabangudi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalabangudi was 67.35%. Male literacy was 78.81% and female literacy was 56.69%.