M.Pudukkulam - Tiruchuli, Virudhunagar
M.Pudukkulam is a village situated in the Tiruchuli taluka of Virudhunagar district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 29 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tiruchuli and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Virudhunagar. Alagapuri serves as the Gram Panchayat for M.Pudukkulam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of M.Pudukkulam is 641490. The village covers a total geographical area of 1253.55 hectares and falls under the 626129 pincode. Aruppukkottai is the nearest town.
M.Pudukkulam 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 M.Pudukkulam
According to the 2011 Census, M.Pudukkulam village had a total population of 2,259 people, including 1,133 males and 1,126 females, living in 553 households. The sex ratio was 994 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.59%, with male literacy at 84.58% and female literacy at 54.76%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 615.
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 | 2,259 | 1,133 | 1,126 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 276 | 147 | 129 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 615 | 321 | 294 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,380 | 834 | 546 |
| Illiterate Population | 879 | 299 | 580 |
Nearby Villages of M.Pudukkulam
M.Pudukkulam 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 M.Pudukkulam
M.Pudukkulam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 M.Pudukkulam is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in M.Pudukkulam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for M.Pudukkulam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in M.Pudukkulam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving M.Pudukkulam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about M.Pudukkulam
Where is M.Pudukkulam located?
M.Pudukkulam village is located in Tiruchuli Taluka, Virudhunagar district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of M.Pudukkulam?
The Gram Panchayat of M.Pudukkulam is Alagapuri.
What is the pincode of M.Pudukkulam?
The pincode of M.Pudukkulam is 626129.
What is the population of M.Pudukkulam?
M.Pudukkulam had a total population of 2,259, including 1,133 males and 1,126 females.
How many households are there in M.Pudukkulam?
M.Pudukkulam had 553 households.
What is the literacy rate in M.Pudukkulam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of M.Pudukkulam was 69.59%. Male literacy was 84.58% and female literacy was 54.76%.