Nagalapuram - Vilathikulam, Thoothukkudi
Nagalapuram is a village situated in the Vilathikulam taluka of Thoothukkudi district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vilathikulam and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Thoothukkudi. Nagalapuram village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nagalapuram is 642319. The village covers a total geographical area of 680.35 hectares and falls under the 628904 pincode. Vilathikulam is the nearest town.
Nagalapuram 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 Nagalapuram
As per Census 2011, Nagalapuram village has a total population of 4,552 people, consisting of 2,310 males and 2,242 females. The village has 1,212 households and a sex ratio of 970 females per 1,000 males. There are 480 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,467 literate and 1,085 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,774 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nagalapuram are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,552 | 2,310 | 2,242 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 480 | 260 | 220 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,774 | 876 | 898 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 3,467 | 1,891 | 1,576 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,085 | 419 | 666 |
Nearby Villages of Nagalapuram
Nagalapuram 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Goundampatti | North-East | 2.07 km |
| Vowalthothi | North-West | 2.44 km |
| Vedapatti | South-West | 3.14 km |
| M.kodangipatti | East | 4.10 km |
| Shankaralinapuram | North-East | 4.38 km |
| Athankarai | South | 4.83 km |
| Guruvarpatti | South-East | 4.99 km |
| Ayan Vadamalaipuram | West | 5.38 km |
| Shencottai | North-West | 5.49 km |
| Melakallurani | East | 6.24 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nagalapuram
Nagalapuram 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 42.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Thoothukkudi to Nagalapuram 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 Nagalapuram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nagalapuram village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Nagalapuram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nagalapuram village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Nagalapuram
Where is Nagalapuram located?
Nagalapuram village is located in Vilathikulam Taluka, Thoothukkudi district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nagalapuram?
Nagalapuram is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nagalapuram?
The pincode of Nagalapuram is 628904.
What is the population of Nagalapuram?
Nagalapuram has a total population of 4,552, including 2,310 males and 2,242 females.
How many households are there in Nagalapuram?
There are 1,212 households in Nagalapuram.
What is the literacy rate in Nagalapuram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nagalapuram is 76.16%. Male literacy is 81.86% and female literacy is 70.29%.