Soolankurichi - Vanapuram, Kallakurichi
Soolankurichi is a village situated in the Vanapuram taluka of Kallakurichi district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 15 km from Sankarapuram and around 80 km from Viluppuram. Soolankurichi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Soolankurichi is 633387. The village covers a total geographical area of 732.44 hectares and falls under the 606206 pincode. Kallakuirchi is the nearest town.
Soolankurichi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rishivandiyam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kallakurichi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Soolankurichi
As per Census 2011, Soolankurichi village has a total population of 5,070 people, consisting of 2,523 males and 2,547 females. The village has 1,261 households and a sex ratio of 1,009 females per 1,000 males. There are 559 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,175 literate and 1,895 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,627 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Soolankurichi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,070 | 2,523 | 2,547 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 559 | 279 | 280 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,627 | 837 | 790 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 3,175 | 1,794 | 1,381 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,895 | 729 | 1,166 |
Nearby Villages of Soolankurichi
Soolankurichi 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 Soolankurichi
Soolankurichi 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 | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Viluppuram to Soolankurichi is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Soolankurichi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Soolankurichi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Soolankurichi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Soolankurichi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Soolankurichi
Where is Soolankurichi located?
Soolankurichi village is located in Vanapuram Taluka, Kallakurichi district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Soolankurichi?
Soolankurichi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Soolankurichi?
The pincode of Soolankurichi is 606206.
What is the population of Soolankurichi?
Soolankurichi has a total population of 5,070, including 2,523 males and 2,547 females.
How many households are there in Soolankurichi?
There are 1,261 households in Soolankurichi.
What is the literacy rate in Soolankurichi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Soolankurichi is 62.62%. Male literacy is 71.11% and female literacy is 54.22%.