Central Tamil Nadu
Kallakurichi district — power shutdown info
Planned maintenance notices and the right numbers to call for Kallakurichi district.
Planned shutdowns
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Who to call
| 24x7 toll-free (all districts) | 1912 |
|---|---|
| 24x7 call centre | 94987 94987 |
| 94458 50811 |
These are the statewide TNPDCL/TANGEDCO helpline numbers — the same across every district, including Kallakurichi. Your local section office number will be on your electricity bill.
Facing a fault (not a scheduled cut) in Kallakurichi? Draft your complaint here, then call it in.
Power cuts in Kallakurichi: what to expect
Kallakurichi district was formed more recently from the western part of its parent district, covering Kallakurichi town and the sugar-mill belt around Ulundurpet. Sugar mills and paddy farming draws steady seasonal load, and some official records may still reference the older, larger district this area was part of.
Before a scheduled shutdown in Kallakurichi
- Charge phones, inverter batteries and power banks the night before.
- Keep the 1912 helpline saved and your service connection number handy — it speeds up any fault report from Kallakurichi town or nearby.
- Unplug fridges, TVs and computers a few minutes before the cut and after restoration, to avoid surge damage.
- Keep the 1912 helpline saved, along with your service connection number.
Frequently asked questions about Kallakurichi power cuts
Does Kallakurichi district have a power cut scheduled right now?
The live list above reflects TNPDCL's current published notices for Kallakurichi, updated as new ones come in. If Ulundurpet or your specific street isn't listed, nothing is currently scheduled there.
What time does power come back in Kallakurichi?
Planned maintenance shutdowns in Kallakurichi normally run from 09:00 to 14:00 or 10:00 to 15:00, and supply is restored by the stated end time. Fault restoration depends on the cause, typically 1–4 hours.
Who do I call for an unscheduled power cut in Kallakurichi?
The 1912 toll-free helpline covers all districts including Kallakurichi, 24x7. You can also reach the call centre at 94987 94987 or WhatsApp 94458 50811 — have your service connection number ready.
Is the tariff different for industrial areas near Ulundurpet?
Domestic household rates are the same statewide slabs used across Kallakurichi district. Commercial or industrial connections near Ulundurpet follow a separate tariff category not covered by this domestic calculator.
Was Kallakurichi always its own district?
No — Kallakurichi was created out of Villupuram (2019). Some older records, maps and even a few TNPDCL section office listings may still reference the parent district, so it's worth checking there too if you can't find a notice for your area under Kallakurichi.
Which towns in Kallakurichi does this page cover?
This page tracks TNPDCL shutdown notices across Kallakurichi district, including Kallakurichi town, Ulundurpet and Sankarapuram. Use the search box on the shutdown pages to filter to your specific locality.
Also useful: today's shutdowns across Tamil Nadu, TNEB bill calculator, current tariff slabs and how to prepare for a planned outage.