Chettikulam - Radhapuram, Tirunelveli
Chettikulam is a village situated in the Radhapuram taluka of Tirunelveli district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Radhapuram and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Tirunelveli. Chettikulam village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chettikulam is 643087. The village covers a total geographical area of 738.4 hectares and falls under the 627120 pincode. Anjugrammam is the nearest town.
Chettikulam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Radhapuram Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tirunelveli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chettikulam
As per Census 2011, Chettikulam village has a total population of 13,866 people, consisting of 6,901 males and 6,965 females. The village has 3,557 households and a sex ratio of 1,009 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,799 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 10,889 literate and 2,977 illiterate residents. Additionally, 578 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 17 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chettikulam are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Chettikulam
Chettikulam 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Irukkandurai Part 1 | North-East | 4.13 km |
| Adangarkulam | North | 5.71 km |
| Levinjipuram | West | 5.81 km |
| Pazhavoor Part 1 | North-West | 8.15 km |
| Kudankulam | East | 8.31 km |
| Azhagappapuram | West | 8.89 km |
| Dhanakkarkulam | North | 9.03 km |
| Sadayaneri | North | 9.10 km |
| Alaganeri | North | 9.25 km |
| Thekkumalai East | West | 10.57 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chettikulam
Public transport in the Chettikulam is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kanyakumari, while the nearest airport is Tuticorin Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 56.8 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 Tirunelveli to Chettikulam is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chettikulam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chettikulam 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 Chettikulam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chettikulam 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) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Chettikulam
Where is Chettikulam located?
Chettikulam village is located in Radhapuram Taluka, Tirunelveli district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chettikulam?
Chettikulam is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chettikulam?
The pincode of Chettikulam is 627120.
What is the population of Chettikulam?
Chettikulam has a total population of 13,866, including 6,901 males and 6,965 females.
How many households are there in Chettikulam?
There are 3,557 households in Chettikulam.
What is the literacy rate in Chettikulam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chettikulam is 78.53%. Male literacy is 81.38% and female literacy is 75.71%.