Chettikulam
Chettikulam is a village located in Radhapuram taluka of Tirunelveli district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Radhapuram (tehsildar office) and 85km away from district headquarter Tirunelveli. As per 2009 stats, Chettikulam village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Chettikulam unique in its vibrant Radhapuram-Tirunelveli region. You’ll see Chettikulam’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Chettikulam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chettikulam is 643087. The village spans a total geographical area of 738.4 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 627124. Anjugrammam is nearest town to Chettikulam village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Chettikulam
Population of Chettikulam
According to the 2011 Census, Chettikulam has a total population of about 13,866, with approximately 6,901 males and 6,965 females. The sex ratio is around 1009 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,799 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 578 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 17. The overall literacy rate is approximately 78.53%, with male literacy at about 81.38% and female literacy near 75.71%. There are around 3,557 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chettikulam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 13,866 | 6,901 | 6,965 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,799 | 910 | 889 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 578 | 299 | 279 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 17 | 7 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 10,889 | 5,616 | 5,273 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,977 | 1,285 | 1,692 |
Connectivity of Chettikulam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chettikulam. As per the 2011 stats, Chettikulam had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chettikulam
Knowing the nearby villages of Chettikulam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chettikulam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chettikulam
- Where is Chettikulam located?
- Chettikulam village is situated in Radhapuram Taluka, within the Tirunelveli district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chettikulam?
- Chettikulam serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Chettikulam?
- The pincode of Chettikulam is 627124, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chettikulam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chettikulam is 13,866, with 6,901 males and 6,965 females.
- How many households are there in Chettikulam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chettikulam village has a total of 3,557 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chettikulam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chettikulam is 78.53%. The male literacy rate is 81.38%, while the female literacy rate is 75.71%.