Adikudi - Lalgudi, Tiruchirappalli
Adikudi is a village situated in the Lalgudi taluka of Tiruchirappalli district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lalgudi and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Tiruchirappalli. Athikudi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Adikudi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Adikudi is 635938. The village covers a total geographical area of 362.43 hectares and falls under the 621702 pincode. Lalgudi is the nearest town.
Adikudi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lalgudi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Perambalur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Adikudi
As per Census 2011, Adikudi village has a total population of 3,719 people, consisting of 1,833 males and 1,886 females. The village has 990 households and a sex ratio of 1,028 females per 1,000 males. There are 359 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,760 literate and 959 illiterate residents. Additionally, 806 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 22 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Adikudi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,719 | 1,833 | 1,886 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 359 | 202 | 157 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 806 | 402 | 404 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 22 | 12 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 2,760 | 1,472 | 1,288 |
| Illiterate Population | 959 | 361 | 598 |
Nearby Villages of Adikudi
Adikudi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sathamangalam | South-West | 1.49 km |
| Jangamarajapuram | East | 1.54 km |
| Mangammalpuram | South-East | 1.98 km |
| Manakkal (east) | North-West | 2.47 km |
| Mettupatti | North-East | 2.59 km |
| Koviladi | South | 3.28 km |
| Koonur | South-West | 3.56 km |
| Keelanbil | East | 3.92 km |
| Padirakudi | South | 4.37 km |
| Thinniyam | North-East | 4.56 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Adikudi
Adikudi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kattur, while the nearest airport is Tiruchirapally Civil Airport Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 15.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Tiruchirappalli to Adikudi is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Adikudi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Adikudi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Adikudi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Adikudi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Adikudi
Where is Adikudi located?
Adikudi village is located in Lalgudi Taluka, Tiruchirappalli district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Adikudi?
The Gram Panchayat of Adikudi is Athikudi.
What is the pincode of Adikudi?
The pincode of Adikudi is 621702.
What is the population of Adikudi?
Adikudi has a total population of 3,719, including 1,833 males and 1,886 females.
How many households are there in Adikudi?
There are 990 households in Adikudi.
What is the literacy rate in Adikudi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Adikudi is 74.21%. Male literacy is 80.31% and female literacy is 68.29%.