Notchikkulam - Tiruchuli, Virudhunagar
Notchikkulam is a village situated in the Tiruchuli taluka of Virudhunagar district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tiruchuli and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Virudhunagar. Kutchampatti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Notchikkulam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Notchikkulam is 641518. The village covers a total geographical area of 269.61 hectares and falls under the 626612 pincode. Aruppukkottai is the nearest town.
Notchikkulam 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 Notchikkulam
According to the 2011 Census, Notchikkulam village had a total population of 329 people, including 169 males and 160 females, living in 81 households. The sex ratio was 947 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.55%, with male literacy at 80.00% and female literacy at 58.27%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 126.
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 | 329 | 169 | 160 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 19 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 126 | 65 | 61 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 201 | 120 | 81 |
| Illiterate Population | 128 | 49 | 79 |
Nearby Villages of Notchikkulam
Notchikkulam 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 Notchikkulam
Notchikkulam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Notchikkulam.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Virudhunagar to Notchikkulam is about 38 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 Notchikkulam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Notchikkulam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Notchikkulam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Notchikkulam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Notchikkulam
Where is Notchikkulam located?
Notchikkulam village is located in Tiruchuli Taluka, Virudhunagar district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Notchikkulam?
The Gram Panchayat of Notchikkulam is Kutchampatti.
What is the pincode of Notchikkulam?
The pincode of Notchikkulam is 626612.
What is the population of Notchikkulam?
Notchikkulam had a total population of 329, including 169 males and 160 females.
How many households are there in Notchikkulam?
Notchikkulam had 81 households.
What is the literacy rate in Notchikkulam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Notchikkulam was 69.55%. Male literacy was 80.00% and female literacy was 58.27%.