Purnachandrapuram - Sivakasi, Virudhunagar
Purnachandrapuram is a village situated in the Sivakasi taluka of Virudhunagar district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sivakasi and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Virudhunagar. Kalayarkurichi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purnachandrapuram village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purnachandrapuram is 641275. The village covers a total geographical area of 92.44 hectares and falls under the 626189 pincode.
Purnachandrapuram village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Virudhunagar Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Nearby Villages of Purnachandrapuram
Purnachandrapuram 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Namaskarittanpatti | South | 1.94 km |
| Kalayarkurichchi | North-East | 2.16 km |
| Nedungulam | North-West | 2.81 km |
| Vadapatti | South-West | 3.02 km |
| Anaikkuttam | East | 3.56 km |
| Mangalam | North-West | 5.70 km |
| Tachchakkudi | West | 5.72 km |
| Melamattur | East | 5.93 km |
| Vellur | North-East | 6.16 km |
| Krishnaperi | West | 6.21 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Purnachandrapuram
Purnachandrapuram is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Tiruttangal, while the nearest airport is Tuticorin Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 69.9 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 Purnachandrapuram 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 Purnachandrapuram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purnachandrapuram village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Purnachandrapuram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purnachandrapuram 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Purnachandrapuram
Where is Purnachandrapuram located?
Purnachandrapuram village is located in Sivakasi Taluka, Virudhunagar district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purnachandrapuram?
The Gram Panchayat of Purnachandrapuram is Kalayarkurichi.
What is the pincode of Purnachandrapuram?
The pincode of Purnachandrapuram is 626189.