Katchathanallur - Ilayangudi, Sivaganga
Katchathanallur is a village situated in the Ilayangudi taluka of Sivaganga district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ilayangudi and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Sivaganga. Biramanakurichi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Katchathanallur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Katchathanallur is 640478. The village covers a total geographical area of 1055.58 hectares and falls under the 630709 pincode. Paramakudi is the nearest town.
Katchathanallur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manamadurai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sivaganga Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Katchathanallur
As per Census 2011, Katchathanallur village has a total population of 2,349 people, consisting of 1,174 males and 1,175 females. The village has 588 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 254 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,461 literate and 888 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,171 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Katchathanallur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,349 | 1,174 | 1,175 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 254 | 133 | 121 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,171 | 582 | 589 |
| Literate Population | 1,461 | 827 | 634 |
| Illiterate Population | 888 | 347 | 541 |
Nearby Villages of Katchathanallur
Katchathanallur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Melapidariseri | North | 0.74 km |
| Kurichi | North | 2.11 km |
| Poduvakudi | South | 2.98 km |
| Munaivendri | North-East | 3.44 km |
| Kamutnakudi | South-West | 3.46 km |
| Keelanettur | North | 3.96 km |
| Kumarakurichi | East | 4.14 km |
| Pottadi Alangulam | North-West | 4.31 km |
| Melanettur | North | 4.33 km |
| T.pudukottai | North-West | 4.57 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Katchathanallur
Katchathanallur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sudiyur, while the nearest airport is Tuticorin Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 83.0 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 Sivaganga to Katchathanallur is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Katchathanallur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Katchathanallur 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 Katchathanallur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Katchathanallur 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 Katchathanallur
Where is Katchathanallur located?
Katchathanallur village is located in Ilayangudi Taluka, Sivaganga district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Katchathanallur?
The Gram Panchayat of Katchathanallur is Biramanakurichi.
What is the pincode of Katchathanallur?
The pincode of Katchathanallur is 630709.
What is the population of Katchathanallur?
Katchathanallur has a total population of 2,349, including 1,174 males and 1,175 females.
How many households are there in Katchathanallur?
There are 588 households in Katchathanallur.
What is the literacy rate in Katchathanallur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Katchathanallur is 62.20%. Male literacy is 70.44% and female literacy is 53.96%.