Kumulam - Vikravandi, Viluppuram

Kumulam is a village situated in the Vikravandi taluka of Viluppuram district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 20 km from Viluppuram and around 20 km from Viluppuram. Kumulam village is a designated Gram Panchayat.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Kumulam is 632960. The village covers a total geographical area of 173.6 hectares and falls under the 605107 pincode. Valavanur is the nearest town.

Kumulam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Viluppuram Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.

Population of Kumulam

According to the 2011 Census, Kumulam village had a total population of 3,471 people, including 1,764 males and 1,707 females, living in 813 households. The sex ratio was 968 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.48%, with male literacy at 83.55% and female literacy at 67.14%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 400, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 19.

The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.

Category Total Male Female
Total Population3,4711,7641,707
Child Population (0–6 yrs)347177170
Scheduled Castes (SC)400210190
Scheduled Tribes (ST)19127
Literate Population2,3581,3261,032
Illiterate Population1,113438675

Nearby Villages of Kumulam

Kumulam 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 VillageDirectionApprox. Distance (Aerial)
MudaliyarkuppamNorth-West0.99 km
MathurNorth-West2.22 km
SeshanganurEast2.85 km
MungilpattuNorth3.33 km
MalarajamkuppamSouth-West3.34 km
SengaduWest3.71 km
IllangaduWest3.97 km
KurampalaiyamNorth-East4.22 km
TennavarayanbattuNorth-West4.24 km
GangarampalaiyamSouth4.28 km

Transport and Connectivity of Kumulam

Kumulam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Valavanur, while the nearest airport is Pondicherry Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 15.7 km.

ConnectivityStatusNearest Availability
Public Bus ServiceYesAvailable within village
Private Bus ServiceYesAvailable within village
Railway StationNoAvailable within 2-5 km

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Viluppuram to Kumulam is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.

Banking and Postal Services in Kumulam

Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kumulam village is detailed below:

Service TypeStatusNearest Availability
BankYesAvailable within village
ATMYesAvailable within village
Post OfficeYesAvailable within village

Health Facilities in Kumulam

Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kumulam village are given below:

Facility TypeStatusNearest Availability
Health Sub-Centre (HSC)YesAvailable within village
Primary Health Centre (PHC)YesAvailable within village
Community Health Centre (CHC)YesAvailable within village

FAQs about Kumulam

Where is Kumulam located?

Kumulam village is located in Vikravandi Taluka, Viluppuram district, Tamil Nadu, India.

What is the Gram Panchayat of Kumulam?

Kumulam is its own Gram Panchayat.

What is the pincode of Kumulam?

The pincode of Kumulam is 605107.

What is the population of Kumulam?

Kumulam had a total population of 3,471, including 1,764 males and 1,707 females.

How many households are there in Kumulam?

Kumulam had 813 households.

What is the literacy rate in Kumulam?

As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kumulam was 75.48%. Male literacy was 83.55% and female literacy was 67.14%.