T.Chettikulam - Kariapatti, Virudhunagar
T.Chettikulam is a village situated in the Kariapatti taluka of Virudhunagar district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kariapatti and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Virudhunagar. T.Chettikulam village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of T.Chettikulam is 641443. The village covers a total geographical area of 139.84 hectares and falls under the 626134 pincode. Kariapatti is the nearest town.
T.Chettikulam 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 T.Chettikulam
As per Census 2011, T.Chettikulam village has a total population of 467 people, consisting of 229 males and 238 females. The village has 126 households and a sex ratio of 1,039 females per 1,000 males. There are 68 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 269 literate and 198 illiterate residents. Additionally, 336 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for T.Chettikulam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 467 | 229 | 238 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 32 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 336 | 163 | 173 |
| Literate Population | 269 | 149 | 120 |
| Illiterate Population | 198 | 80 | 118 |
Nearby Villages of T.Chettikulam
T.Chettikulam 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 T.Chettikulam
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the T.Chettikulam.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Virudhunagar to T.Chettikulam is about 28 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 T.Chettikulam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for T.Chettikulam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in T.Chettikulam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving T.Chettikulam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about T.Chettikulam
Where is T.Chettikulam located?
T.Chettikulam village is located in Kariapatti Taluka, Virudhunagar district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of T.Chettikulam?
T.Chettikulam is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of T.Chettikulam?
The pincode of T.Chettikulam is 626134.
What is the population of T.Chettikulam?
T.Chettikulam has a total population of 467, including 229 males and 238 females.
How many households are there in T.Chettikulam?
There are 126 households in T.Chettikulam.
What is the literacy rate in T.Chettikulam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of T.Chettikulam is 57.60%. Male literacy is 65.07% and female literacy is 50.42%.