Alangulam - Kadayanallur, Tenkasi
Alangulam is a village situated in the Kadayanallur taluka of Tenkasi district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 5 km from Sivagiri and around 95 km from Tirunelveli. Ramasamiyapuram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Alangulam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Alangulam is 642637. The village covers a total geographical area of 361.06 hectares and falls under the 627862 pincode.
Alangulam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kadayanallur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tenkasi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Nearby Villages of Alangulam
Alangulam 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ramaswamipuram | West | 1.14 km |
| Nochikulam | South | 1.97 km |
| Kilveerasigamani | South | 2.82 km |
| Punnaivanam | West | 3.29 km |
| Poigai | East | 3.60 km |
| Nagaram | North | 4.39 km |
| Veerasigamani | South-West | 5.12 km |
| Veeriruppu | North | 5.15 km |
| Talaivankottai | North | 5.40 km |
| Madhathupatti | West | 5.83 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Alangulam
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Alangulam. The nearest railway station is Pamba Kovil Shandy, while the nearest airport is Tuticorin Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 58.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Tirunelveli to Alangulam is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Alangulam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Alangulam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Alangulam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Alangulam 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 Alangulam
Where is Alangulam located?
Alangulam village is located in Kadayanallur Taluka, Tenkasi district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Alangulam?
The Gram Panchayat of Alangulam is Ramasamiyapuram.
What is the pincode of Alangulam?
The pincode of Alangulam is 627862.