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
As per Census 2011, Kurudankulam village has a total population of 437 people, consisting of 209 males and 228 females. The village has 96 households and a sex ratio of 1,090 females per 1,000 males. There are 70 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 235 literate and 202 illiterate residents. Additionally, 379 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kurudankulam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 437 | 209 | 228 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 32 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 379 | 184 | 195 |
| 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 has a total population of 437, including 209 males and 228 females.
How many households are there in Kurudankulam?
There are 96 households in Kurudankulam.
What is the literacy rate in Kurudankulam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kurudankulam is 53.78%. Male literacy is 58.37% and female literacy is 49.56%.