Tiruchalur - Rajapalayam, Virudhunagar
Tiruchalur is a village situated in the Rajapalayam taluka of Virudhunagar district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajapalayam and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Virudhunagar. Krishnapuram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tiruchalur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tiruchalur is 641177. The village covers a total geographical area of 236.54 hectares and falls under the 626117 pincode. Rajapalayam is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Tiruchalur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajapalayam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tenkasi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Nearby Villages of Tiruchalur
Tiruchalur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sammandapuram | East | 1.99 km |
| Sappaniparambu (r.f) | East | 4.37 km |
| Sundararajapuram | South | 4.48 km |
| Solaicheri | South | 5.99 km |
| Kadambankulam | South | 6.11 km |
| Melapattamkarisalkulam | East | 8.03 km |
| Settur Rf | South-West | 9.34 km |
| Pudupalaiyam | South-East | 9.78 km |
| Muthusamipuram | South-West | 9.86 km |
| Kothankulam Rf | East | 9.91 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tiruchalur
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Tiruchalur. The nearest railway station is Rajapalayam, while the nearest airport is Tuticorin Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 77.3 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 Rajapalayam to Tiruchalur is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Virudhunagar to Tiruchalur is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tiruchalur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tiruchalur 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 Tiruchalur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tiruchalur 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Tiruchalur
Where is Tiruchalur located?
Tiruchalur village is located in Rajapalayam Taluka, Virudhunagar district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tiruchalur?
The Gram Panchayat of Tiruchalur is Krishnapuram.
What is the pincode of Tiruchalur?
The pincode of Tiruchalur is 626117.