Puliyoorkurichi - Nanguneri, Tirunelveli
Puliyoorkurichi is a village situated in the Nanguneri taluka of Tirunelveli district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nanguneri and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Tirunelveli. Puliyurkuruchi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Puliyoorkurichi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Puliyoorkurichi is 643044. The village covers a total geographical area of 882.96 hectares and falls under the 627102 pincode. Eruvadi is the nearest town.
Puliyoorkurichi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nanguneri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tirunelveli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Puliyoorkurichi
As per Census 2011, Puliyoorkurichi village has a total population of 5,863 people, consisting of 2,780 males and 3,083 females. The village has 1,542 households and a sex ratio of 1,108 females per 1,000 males. There are 593 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,761 literate and 1,102 illiterate residents. Additionally, 851 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Puliyoorkurichi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,863 | 2,780 | 3,083 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 593 | 291 | 302 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 851 | 411 | 440 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 4,761 | 2,331 | 2,430 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,102 | 449 | 653 |
Nearby Villages of Puliyoorkurichi
Puliyoorkurichi is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Puliyoorkurichi
Puliyoorkurichi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Tirunelveli to Puliyoorkurichi is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Puliyoorkurichi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Puliyoorkurichi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Puliyoorkurichi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Puliyoorkurichi 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 Puliyoorkurichi
Where is Puliyoorkurichi located?
Puliyoorkurichi village is located in Nanguneri Taluka, Tirunelveli district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Puliyoorkurichi?
The Gram Panchayat of Puliyoorkurichi is Puliyurkuruchi.
What is the pincode of Puliyoorkurichi?
The pincode of Puliyoorkurichi is 627102.
What is the population of Puliyoorkurichi?
Puliyoorkurichi has a total population of 5,863, including 2,780 males and 3,083 females.
How many households are there in Puliyoorkurichi?
There are 1,542 households in Puliyoorkurichi.
What is the literacy rate in Puliyoorkurichi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Puliyoorkurichi is 81.20%. Male literacy is 83.85% and female literacy is 78.82%.