Nagalkadu - Shenkottai, Tenkasi
Nagalkadu is a village situated in the Shenkottai taluka of Tenkasi district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 2 km from Shenkottai and around 59 km from Tirunelveli. Vallam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nagalkadu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nagalkadu is 642786. The village covers a total geographical area of 281.94 hectares and falls under the 627809 pincode.
Nagalkadu 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 Nagalkadu
Nagalkadu 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ilanji | East | 2.78 km |
| Piranoor | North-East | 3.09 km |
| Kunnakudi | North-East | 3.99 km |
| Periapillaivalasai | North | 4.79 km |
| Melagaram | East | 5.46 km |
| Courtallam Slopes R.f. | South-East | 5.59 km |
| Kuthukalvalasai | North-East | 5.79 km |
| Kanakkupillaivalasai | North | 6.50 km |
| Pattappathu | East | 7.16 km |
| Ayiraperi | South-East | 7.58 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nagalkadu
Public transport in the Nagalkadu is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sengottai, while the nearest airport is Trivandrum International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 47.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| 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 Tirunelveli to Nagalkadu is about 59 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 Nagalkadu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nagalkadu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Nagalkadu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nagalkadu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Nagalkadu
Where is Nagalkadu located?
Nagalkadu village is located in Shenkottai Taluka, Tenkasi district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nagalkadu?
The Gram Panchayat of Nagalkadu is Vallam.
What is the pincode of Nagalkadu?
The pincode of Nagalkadu is 627809.