Keelakallikulam - Kariapatti, Virudhunagar
Keelakallikulam is a village situated in the Kariapatti taluka of Virudhunagar district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kariapatti and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Virudhunagar. Thulukkankulam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Keelakallikulam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Keelakallikulam is 641468. The village covers a total geographical area of 41.73 hectares and falls under the 626106 pincode. Kariapatti is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Keelakallikulam 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 Keelakallikulam
Keelakallikulam 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Melakallikulam | West | 0.65 km |
| Keelidaikulam | South-East | 0.87 km |
| Ayyanarkulam | North-West | 1.21 km |
| Thulukkangulam | North-East | 1.31 km |
| Kambali | South | 1.45 km |
| Karaikulam | West | 1.52 km |
| Kundukulam | South-East | 1.63 km |
| Vilakulam | North-West | 2.09 km |
| Iluppaikkulam | South-East | 2.31 km |
| Ambaikkulam | West | 2.32 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Keelakallikulam
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Keelakallikulam. The nearest railway station is Tiruchchuli, while the nearest airport is Tuticorin Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 74.3 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 Kariapatti to Keelakallikulam is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Virudhunagar to Keelakallikulam is about 40 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 Keelakallikulam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Keelakallikulam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Keelakallikulam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Keelakallikulam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Keelakallikulam
Where is Keelakallikulam located?
Keelakallikulam village is located in Kariapatti Taluka, Virudhunagar district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Keelakallikulam?
The Gram Panchayat of Keelakallikulam is Thulukkankulam.
What is the pincode of Keelakallikulam?
The pincode of Keelakallikulam is 626106.