Panchalamkurich - Ottapidaram, Thoothukkudi
Panchalamkurich is a village situated in the Ottapidaram taluka of Thoothukkudi district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ottapidaram and around 2 km from the district headquarters in Thoothukkudi. Ahilandapuram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Panchalamkurich village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panchalamkurich is 642417. The village covers a total geographical area of 2092.44 hectares and falls under the 628401 pincode. Mappillaiyurani is the nearest town.
Panchalamkurich village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ottapidaram Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Thoothukkudi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Panchalamkurich
According to the 2011 Census, Panchalamkurich village had a total population of 5,296 people, including 2,655 males and 2,641 females, living in 1,457 households. The sex ratio was 995 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.58%, with male literacy at 89.47% and female literacy at 77.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2,743, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 5,296 | 2,655 | 2,641 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 630 | 318 | 312 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,743 | 1,367 | 1,376 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 3,900 | 2,091 | 1,809 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,396 | 564 | 832 |
Nearby Villages of Panchalamkurich
Panchalamkurich 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) |
|---|---|---|
| K.dalavaipuram | North | 3.14 km |
| Vellaram | North-West | 3.31 km |
| S.kumarapuram | East | 3.72 km |
| Jagaveerapandiapuram | North-East | 5.01 km |
| Kumara Ettaiyapuram | North | 5.52 km |
| Sindalakottai | South-East | 6.13 km |
| P.duraiswamipuram | North-West | 6.53 km |
| Chandragiri | North-East | 7.18 km |
| K.shanmukapuram | East | 7.61 km |
| Minakshipuram | North-West | 8.00 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Panchalamkurich
Panchalamkurich is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kailasapuram, while the nearest airport is Tuticorin Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 18.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Thoothukkudi to Panchalamkurich is about 2 km, with the usual travel time around 5-10 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Panchalamkurich
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panchalamkurich village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Panchalamkurich
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panchalamkurich 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 Panchalamkurich
Where is Panchalamkurich located?
Panchalamkurich village is located in Ottapidaram Taluka, Thoothukkudi district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Panchalamkurich?
The Gram Panchayat of Panchalamkurich is Ahilandapuram.
What is the pincode of Panchalamkurich?
The pincode of Panchalamkurich is 628401.
What is the population of Panchalamkurich?
Panchalamkurich had a total population of 5,296, including 2,655 males and 2,641 females.
How many households are there in Panchalamkurich?
Panchalamkurich had 1,457 households.
What is the literacy rate in Panchalamkurich?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panchalamkurich was 83.58%. Male literacy was 89.47% and female literacy was 77.67%.