Erukkalaivellur - Thiruppuvanam, Sivaganga
Erukkalaivellur is a village situated in the Thiruppuvanam taluka of Sivaganga district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 45 km from Manamadurai and around 50 km from Sivaganga. Kanjirankulam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Erukkalaivellur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Erukkalaivellur is 640383. The village covers a total geographical area of 588.15 hectares and falls under the 630612 pincode. Avaniyapuram is the nearest town.
Erukkalaivellur 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 Erukkalaivellur
According to the 2011 Census, Erukkalaivellur village had a total population of 766 people, including 388 males and 378 females, living in 194 households. The sex ratio was 974 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.30%, with male literacy at 90.99% and female literacy at 69.02%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 294.
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 | 766 | 388 | 378 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 96 | 44 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 294 | 159 | 135 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 538 | 313 | 225 |
| Illiterate Population | 228 | 75 | 153 |
Nearby Villages of Erukkalaivellur
Erukkalaivellur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kanjirangulam | South-East | 0.76 km |
| Vallarendal | North | 1.99 km |
| Nedungulam | East | 2.31 km |
| Mukkudi | South-East | 2.42 km |
| Nallur | West | 2.95 km |
| Kusavapatti | North | 3.65 km |
| Sengulam | East | 3.74 km |
| Muthupilli Alangulam | North-East | 3.86 km |
| Viradhanur | North-East | 4.04 km |
| Kurandi | South-West | 4.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Erukkalaivellur
Erukkalaivellur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Silsiman, while the nearest airport is Tuticorin Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 88.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Sivaganga to Erukkalaivellur is about 50 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 Erukkalaivellur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Erukkalaivellur 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 Erukkalaivellur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Erukkalaivellur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Erukkalaivellur
Where is Erukkalaivellur located?
Erukkalaivellur village is located in Thiruppuvanam Taluka, Sivaganga district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Erukkalaivellur?
The Gram Panchayat of Erukkalaivellur is Kanjirankulam.
What is the pincode of Erukkalaivellur?
The pincode of Erukkalaivellur is 630612.
What is the population of Erukkalaivellur?
Erukkalaivellur had a total population of 766, including 388 males and 378 females.
How many households are there in Erukkalaivellur?
Erukkalaivellur had 194 households.
What is the literacy rate in Erukkalaivellur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Erukkalaivellur was 80.30%. Male literacy was 90.99% and female literacy was 69.02%.