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
According to the 2011 Census, Athankarai village had a total population of 2,750 people, including 1,381 males and 1,369 females, living in 775 households. The sex ratio was 991 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.76%, with male literacy at 85.68% and female literacy at 69.84%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 882.
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 | 2,750 | 1,381 | 1,369 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 291 | 152 | 139 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 882 | 441 | 441 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 2,750, including 1,381 males and 1,369 females.
How many households are there in Athankarai?
Athankarai had 775 households.
What is the literacy rate in Athankarai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Athankarai was 77.76%. Male literacy was 85.68% and female literacy was 69.84%.