Tiruchuli - Tiruchuli, Virudhunagar
Tiruchuli is a village situated in the Tiruchuli taluka of Virudhunagar district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tiruchuli and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Virudhunagar. Tamilpadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tiruchuli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tiruchuli is 641584. The village covers a total geographical area of 1687.55 hectares and falls under the 626129 pincode. Aruppukkottai is the nearest town.
Tiruchuli 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 Tiruchuli
As per Census 2011, Tiruchuli village has a total population of 9,665 people, consisting of 4,863 males and 4,802 females. The village has 2,438 households and a sex ratio of 987 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,134 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 6,882 literate and 2,783 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,556 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tiruchuli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,665 | 4,863 | 4,802 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,134 | 589 | 545 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,556 | 785 | 771 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 6,882 | 3,761 | 3,121 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,783 | 1,102 | 1,681 |
Nearby Villages of Tiruchuli
Tiruchuli is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Pillayarendal | South | 1.05 km |
| Udichchiyendal | West | 1.78 km |
| T.karisalkulam | South-East | 1.91 km |
| Pallimadam | North-East | 1.91 km |
| Keelakandamangalam | West | 2.55 km |
| Chittalakundu | South-West | 3.06 km |
| Veppilaiseri | South | 3.08 km |
| Uranippatti | North-East | 3.20 km |
| Udaiyananpatti | North | 3.52 km |
| Kokkulam | North-East | 3.86 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tiruchuli
Tiruchuli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Tiruchchuli, while the nearest airport is Tuticorin Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 68.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Tiruchuli is about 35 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 Tiruchuli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tiruchuli 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Tiruchuli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tiruchuli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tiruchuli
Where is Tiruchuli located?
Tiruchuli village is located in Tiruchuli Taluka, Virudhunagar district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tiruchuli?
The Gram Panchayat of Tiruchuli is Tamilpadi.
What is the pincode of Tiruchuli?
The pincode of Tiruchuli is 626129.
What is the population of Tiruchuli?
Tiruchuli has a total population of 9,665, including 4,863 males and 4,802 females.
How many households are there in Tiruchuli?
There are 2,438 households in Tiruchuli.
What is the literacy rate in Tiruchuli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tiruchuli is 71.21%. Male literacy is 77.34% and female literacy is 64.99%.