Chettiyiruppu - Sathankulam, Thoothukkudi
Chettiyiruppu is a village situated in the Sathankulam taluka of Thoothukkudi district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sathankulam and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Thoothukkudi. Pudukulam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chettiyiruppu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chettiyiruppu is 642608. The village covers a total geographical area of 73.49 hectares and falls under the 628704 pincode. Sathankulam is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Chettiyiruppu 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.
Nearby Villages of Chettiyiruppu
Chettiyiruppu 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pudukulam | South | 2.88 km |
| Sattankulam | East | 3.26 km |
| Nedungulam | North-West | 3.30 km |
| Kombankulam | West | 4.75 km |
| Komaneri | North-West | 6.38 km |
| Sasthavinallur | South-East | 6.56 km |
| Pannamparai | North-East | 6.60 km |
| Naduvakkurichi | South | 6.63 km |
| Ittamozhi | South-West | 6.91 km |
| Sadayaneri(venkatarayapuram) | West | 7.55 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chettiyiruppu
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Chettiyiruppu. The nearest railway station is Nazareth, while the nearest airport is Tuticorin Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 26.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| 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 Sathankulam to Chettiyiruppu is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thoothukkudi to Chettiyiruppu is about 60 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 Chettiyiruppu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chettiyiruppu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chettiyiruppu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chettiyiruppu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chettiyiruppu
Where is Chettiyiruppu located?
Chettiyiruppu village is located in Sathankulam Taluka, Thoothukkudi district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chettiyiruppu?
The Gram Panchayat of Chettiyiruppu is Pudukulam.
What is the pincode of Chettiyiruppu?
The pincode of Chettiyiruppu is 628704.