Mela Idayankulam - Kariapatti, Virudhunagar
Mela Idayankulam is a village situated in the Kariapatti taluka of Virudhunagar district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kariapatti and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Virudhunagar. T.chettikulam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mela Idayankulam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mela Idayankulam is 641461. The village covers a total geographical area of 53.85 hectares and falls under the 626109 pincode.
Mela Idayankulam 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 Mela Idayankulam
Mela Idayankulam 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Athikulam | North | 1.09 km |
| Thamaraikulam | North-East | 1.10 km |
| Kadambankulam | South | 1.20 km |
| Thondamankulam | South-East | 1.34 km |
| Ambaikkulam | East | 1.47 km |
| Meludaikulam | South-East | 1.64 km |
| Kilakanjirangulam | North-West | 1.93 km |
| Pottalkulam | North-East | 1.99 km |
| Panikkurippu | West | 2.14 km |
| Vilakulam | North-East | 2.34 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mela Idayankulam
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Mela Idayankulam. The nearest railway station is Tiruchchuli, while the nearest airport is Tuticorin Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 74.0 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 Mela Idayankulam is about 37 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 Mela Idayankulam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mela Idayankulam 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Mela Idayankulam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mela Idayankulam 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Mela Idayankulam
Where is Mela Idayankulam located?
Mela Idayankulam village is located in Kariapatti Taluka, Virudhunagar district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mela Idayankulam?
The Gram Panchayat of Mela Idayankulam is T.chettikulam.
What is the pincode of Mela Idayankulam?
The pincode of Mela Idayankulam is 626109.