Alangulam - Kariapatti, Virudhunagar
Alangulam is a village situated in the Kariapatti taluka of Virudhunagar district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kariapatti and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Virudhunagar. T.veppankulam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Alangulam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Alangulam is 641398. The village covers a total geographical area of 92.77 hectares and falls under the 626106 pincode.
Alangulam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tiruchuli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ramanathapuram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Nearby Villages of Alangulam
Alangulam 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sandanendal | North-East | 0.74 km |
| Panaikkulam | South-East | 0.91 km |
| Siruveppangulam | North-East | 1.00 km |
| Amaiperukki | South-West | 1.56 km |
| Anuppanendal | North | 1.63 km |
| Iluppaikulam | South-East | 2.25 km |
| V.nangoor | North-West | 2.61 km |
| Neivilakkunedungulam | East | 2.80 km |
| Thimmapuram | North-East | 3.11 km |
| Thottiankulam | East | 3.18 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Alangulam
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Alangulam. The nearest railway station is Tiruchchuli, while the nearest airport is Tuticorin Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 80.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Virudhunagar to Alangulam is about 33 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Alangulam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Alangulam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Alangulam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Alangulam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Alangulam
Where is Alangulam located?
Alangulam village is located in Kariapatti Taluka, Virudhunagar district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Alangulam?
The Gram Panchayat of Alangulam is T.veppankulam.
What is the pincode of Alangulam?
The pincode of Alangulam is 626106.