Korkai - Eral, Thoothukkudi
Korkai is a village situated in the Eral taluka of Thoothukkudi district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 14 km from Srivaikuntam and around 23 km from Thoothukkudi. Korkai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Korkai is 642542. The village covers a total geographical area of 526.16 hectares and falls under the 628802 pincode. Earl is the nearest town.
Korkai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Srivaikuntam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Thoothukkudi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Korkai
According to the 2011 Census, Korkai village had a total population of 3,986 people, including 1,969 males and 2,017 females, living in 1,074 households. The sex ratio was 1,024 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.09%, with male literacy at 95.02% and female literacy at 87.30%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 162.
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 | 3,986 | 1,969 | 2,017 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 383 | 201 | 182 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 162 | 82 | 80 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 3,282 | 1,680 | 1,602 |
| Illiterate Population | 704 | 289 | 415 |
Nearby Villages of Korkai
Korkai 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tiruppani Chettiyarpatti | South-West | 1.47 km |
| Kodungani | North-East | 2.05 km |
| Mela Authoor | South | 2.28 km |
| Kottarakkurichi | West | 2.43 km |
| Valavallan | West | 2.75 km |
| Maramangalam | North | 3.06 km |
| Sethukkuvaithan | South-West | 3.13 km |
| Arumugamangalam | North-West | 3.19 km |
| Agaram | North-East | 3.50 km |
| Mukkani | East | 3.72 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Korkai
Korkai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kurumbur, while the nearest airport is Tuticorin Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 8.0 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 Thoothukkudi to Korkai is about 23 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Korkai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Korkai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Korkai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Korkai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Korkai
Where is Korkai located?
Korkai village is located in Eral Taluka, Thoothukkudi district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Korkai?
Korkai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Korkai?
The pincode of Korkai is 628802.
What is the population of Korkai?
Korkai had a total population of 3,986, including 1,969 males and 2,017 females.
How many households are there in Korkai?
Korkai had 1,074 households.
What is the literacy rate in Korkai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Korkai was 91.09%. Male literacy was 95.02% and female literacy was 87.30%.