Athikulam - Kariapatti, Virudhunagar
Athikulam 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. Thoppur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Athikulam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Athikulam is 641440. The village covers a total geographical area of 422.01 hectares and falls under the 626106 pincode.
Athikulam 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.
Population of Athikulam
As per Census 2011, Athikulam village has a total population of 646 people, consisting of 334 males and 312 females. The village has 151 households and a sex ratio of 934 females per 1,000 males. There are 82 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 367 literate and 279 illiterate residents. Additionally, 313 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Athikulam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 646 | 334 | 312 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 39 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 313 | 166 | 147 |
| Literate Population | 367 | 219 | 148 |
| Illiterate Population | 279 | 115 | 164 |
Nearby Villages of Athikulam
Athikulam 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 Athikulam
Public transport in the Athikulam is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Virudhunagar to Athikulam 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 Athikulam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Athikulam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Athikulam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Athikulam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Athikulam
Where is Athikulam located?
Athikulam village is located in Kariapatti Taluka, Virudhunagar district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Athikulam?
The Gram Panchayat of Athikulam is Thoppur.
What is the pincode of Athikulam?
The pincode of Athikulam is 626106.
What is the population of Athikulam?
Athikulam has a total population of 646, including 334 males and 312 females.
How many households are there in Athikulam?
There are 151 households in Athikulam.
What is the literacy rate in Athikulam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Athikulam is 56.81%. Male literacy is 65.57% and female literacy is 47.44%.