Pulichikulam - Tiruchuli, Virudhunagar
Pulichikulam is a village situated in the Tiruchuli taluka of Virudhunagar district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tiruchuli and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Virudhunagar. Agathakulam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pulichikulam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pulichikulam is 641528. The village covers a total geographical area of 290.69 hectares and falls under the 626612 pincode. Aruppukkottai is the nearest town.
Pulichikulam 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 Pulichikulam
According to the 2011 Census, Pulichikulam village had a total population of 124 people, including 61 males and 63 females, living in 27 households. The sex ratio was 1,033 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.00%, with male literacy at 82.00% and female literacy at 68.52%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 103.
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 | 124 | 61 | 63 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 11 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 103 | 50 | 53 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 78 | 41 | 37 |
| Illiterate Population | 46 | 20 | 26 |
Nearby Villages of Pulichikulam
Pulichikulam 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 Pulichikulam
Pulichikulam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Pulichikulam.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Virudhunagar to Pulichikulam is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pulichikulam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pulichikulam 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Pulichikulam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pulichikulam 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pulichikulam
Where is Pulichikulam located?
Pulichikulam village is located in Tiruchuli Taluka, Virudhunagar district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pulichikulam?
The Gram Panchayat of Pulichikulam is Agathakulam.
What is the pincode of Pulichikulam?
The pincode of Pulichikulam is 626612.
What is the population of Pulichikulam?
Pulichikulam had a total population of 124, including 61 males and 63 females.
How many households are there in Pulichikulam?
Pulichikulam had 27 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pulichikulam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pulichikulam was 75.00%. Male literacy was 82.00% and female literacy was 68.52%.