Kurudankulam - Tiruchuli, Virudhunagar
Kurudankulam is a village situated in the Tiruchuli taluka of Virudhunagar district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tiruchuli and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Virudhunagar. Reghunathamadai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kurudankulam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kurudankulam is 641576. The village covers a total geographical area of 60.69 hectares and falls under the 626129 pincode. Aruppukkottai is the nearest town.
Kurudankulam 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 Kurudankulam
According to the 2011 Census, Kurudankulam village had a total population of 437 people, including 209 males and 228 females, living in 96 households. The sex ratio was 1,091 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.03%, with male literacy at 68.93% and female literacy at 59.47%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 379.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 437 | 209 | 228 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 32 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 379 | 184 | 195 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 235 | 122 | 113 |
| Illiterate Population | 202 | 87 | 115 |
Nearby Villages of Kurudankulam
Kurudankulam 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 Kurudankulam
Kurudankulam is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Virudhunagar to Kurudankulam 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 Kurudankulam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kurudankulam 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 Kurudankulam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kurudankulam 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 Kurudankulam
Where is Kurudankulam located?
Kurudankulam village is located in Tiruchuli Taluka, Virudhunagar district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kurudankulam?
The Gram Panchayat of Kurudankulam is Reghunathamadai.
What is the pincode of Kurudankulam?
The pincode of Kurudankulam is 626129.
What is the population of Kurudankulam?
Kurudankulam had a total population of 437, including 209 males and 228 females.
How many households are there in Kurudankulam?
Kurudankulam had 96 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kurudankulam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kurudankulam was 64.03%. Male literacy was 68.93% and female literacy was 59.47%.