Sokkankadu
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Sokkankadu | |
|---|---|
Village | |
| Country |  India |
| State | Tamil Nadu |
| District | Karur |
| Population (2007) | |
• Total | 50 |
| Languages | |
| • Official | Tamil |
| Time zone | UTC+5:30 (IST) |
| PIN | 639136 |
| Telephone code | 04324 |
Sokkankadu is a small village located in Karur District[1] in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu. It is very close to TNPL Pugalur[2] and falls under its jurisdiction. The adjacent villages are Sottaiyur, Moolimangalam, Pandipalayam, Masagoundanpudur and Palamapuram.
This village has around 15 homes with a population of 50. All are Kongu Vellalar Gounders.[citation needed]
Communication
BSNL, Aircel, Airtel, Tata Indicom, Reliance are the communication providers. The well-penetrated landline connections are provided by BSNL again. The availability of the internet is fair (Mostly dial-up connections).[citation needed]
Transport
Transport facilities are low. Some Private Mini Buses are running. Most people commute by bicycles or two-wheeler motorcycles.
The nearby place pugalur (Code:PGR) has a railway station which is well connected to Erode, Coimbatore, Trichy, Chennai and cochin. Both passenger trains and express trains pass through this station.[citation needed]
The nearest airport is in Trichy (87 km). Major Airport is located at Coimbatore (115 km).
