Athankarai - Vilathikulam, Thoothukkudi
Athankarai is a village situated in the Vilathikulam taluka of Thoothukkudi district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vilathikulam and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Thoothukkudi. Attrankarai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Athankarai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Athankarai is 642334. The village covers a total geographical area of 2025.08 hectares and falls under the 628904 pincode. Vilathikulam is the nearest town.
Athankarai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vilathikulam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Thoothukkudi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Athankarai
As per Census 2011, Athankarai village has a total population of 2,750 people, consisting of 1,381 males and 1,369 females. The village has 775 households and a sex ratio of 991 females per 1,000 males. There are 291 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,912 literate and 838 illiterate residents. Additionally, 882 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Athankarai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,750 | 1,381 | 1,369 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 291 | 152 | 139 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 882 | 441 | 441 |
| Literate Population | 1,912 | 1,053 | 859 |
| Illiterate Population | 838 | 328 | 510 |
Nearby Villages of Athankarai
Athankarai 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Singilipatti | South-West | 2.18 km |
| Perilovanpatti | West | 3.93 km |
| Vedapatti | North-West | 3.97 km |
| Velidupatti | South | 4.22 km |
| Guruvarpatti | East | 4.66 km |
| Nagalapuram | North | 4.83 km |
| Zamin Karisalkulam | East | 4.96 km |
| Chithavanaickenpatti | South | 5.37 km |
| M.kodangipatti | North-East | 5.77 km |
| Ayanbommiahpuram | East | 5.87 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Athankarai
Athankarai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Nalli, while the nearest airport is Tuticorin Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 39.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Thoothukkudi to Athankarai is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Athankarai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Athankarai 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 Athankarai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Athankarai 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 Athankarai
Where is Athankarai located?
Athankarai village is located in Vilathikulam Taluka, Thoothukkudi district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Athankarai?
The Gram Panchayat of Athankarai is Attrankarai.
What is the pincode of Athankarai?
The pincode of Athankarai is 628904.
What is the population of Athankarai?
Athankarai has a total population of 2,750, including 1,381 males and 1,369 females.
How many households are there in Athankarai?
There are 775 households in Athankarai.
What is the literacy rate in Athankarai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Athankarai is 69.53%. Male literacy is 76.25% and female literacy is 62.75%.