AI SummaryKulavilakku is a financial support scheme of the Government of Puducherry for pregnant women. Under this scheme, eligible women get ₹500 during their pregnancy to improve their nutritional intake. The benefit is limited to the first two pregnancies only.
Department of Women and Child Development, Government of Puducherry manages Kulavilakku. This state-level scheme is made for women who are native residents of Puducherry. The scheme makes sure that both the mother and the newborn get basic care during pregnancy for up to two pregnancies.
Kulavilakku - Introduction
Kulavilakku (K-PUDU) is a welfare scheme run by the Women and Child Development Department, Government of Puducherry. It improves the nutritional status of pregnant women by giving ₹500 in financial support during their pregnancy. The department accepts applications in offline mode through its offices in the union territory.
Eligible women can check the scheme details on the official Kulavilakku page of the Government of Puducherry and download the scheme PDF from the same page. The current rules and benefit structure continue in 2026, and the department accepts fresh applications through the year.
Key Information
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Scheme Name | Kulavilakku (K-PUDU) |
| Level | State |
| Launched By | Department of Women and Child Development, Government of Puducherry |
| Beneficiary States | Puducherry |
| Category | Women and Child, Social Welfare and Empowerment |
| Target Beneficiaries | Pregnant women |
| Benefit Type | Cash |
| Benefit Amount | ₹500 per pregnancy |
| Pregnancies Covered | Up to two pregnancies only |
| Application Mode | Offline |
| DBT Scheme | No |
| Nodal Department | Women and Child Development Department, Puducherry |
Benefits
Eligible women receive ₹500 as financial support during their pregnancy. The payment is meant to improve the mother's nutrition and support the health of the newborn. The benefit is given for a maximum of two pregnancies only.
Eligibility
To qualify for Kulavilakku, an applicant needs to meet the following conditions:
- She should be a citizen of India.
- She should be a native of the Union Territory of Puducherry by birth, or she should have lived there continuously for at least 5 years.
- She should be currently pregnant and should have completed seven months of pregnancy.
- She must have attained the age of at least 18 years.
- Her annual family income should not exceed ₹24,000. For example, if Sunita's family annual income is ₹20,000, she remains eligible. If it crosses ₹24,000, she will not qualify.
- The benefit applies to the first two pregnancies only.
Application Process
Kulavilakku is an offline scheme. There is no online application portal for this scheme. Eligible women should follow the steps given below.
STEP 1 - Visit the office or sub-office of the Department of Women and Child Development during official working hours. Ask the staff for the physical application form. The application form is also available on the official scheme page along with the scheme details PDF.
STEP 2 - Fill in all the required information, attach a passport-sized photograph, and sign the form. Keep copies of all the required documents ready before submission.
STEP 3 - Submit the completed application to the Deputy Director (Women Development) or the respective Child Development Project Officer.
STEP 4 - Ask for a formal receipt or acknowledgment that notes the submission date. This receipt serves as proof of the application and helps in tracking the case later.
Documents
Applicants should keep the following documents ready while applying for Kulavilakku:
- Passport-sized photograph
- Aadhaar Card
- Residence Certificate from the Revenue Department
- Income Certificate from the Revenue Department
- Declaration or Undertaking
- Medical Certificate from a Competent Authority
If an applicant does not have an Aadhaar Card, she can provide her Aadhaar Enrolment ID along with one of these documents: bank or post office passbook, PAN card, passport, ration card, voter ID, MGNREGA card, Kisan photo passbook, driving license, or a photo identity certificate signed by a Gazetted Officer or Tehsildar.
References
Below are the official links that help applicants check the scheme details, guidelines, and contacts:
- Official Kulavilakku page of Government of Puducherry
- Kulavilakku scheme PDF
- Guidelines manual for women schemes
- Department contact details
- Official application tracking portal
- Public grievance portal of Government of India
FAQ's
Can an applicant below the age of 18 apply for the scheme?
No. The applicant must be at least 18 years old to apply for Kulavilakku.
How many pregnancies are covered under the scheme?
The benefit is permitted for up to two pregnancies only.
Which department manages Kulavilakku?
Department of Women and Child Development, Government of Puducherry manages this scheme.
Can I use an Aadhaar Enrolment ID in place of Aadhaar Card?
Yes. If you do not have an Aadhaar Card, you can submit your Aadhaar Enrolment ID along with other valid identification documents.
What is the maximum income limit for this scheme?
The annual income of the applicant should not exceed ₹24,000.
How can I track my application?
You can track the status of your application on the official tracking portal of e-District Puducherry.
How do I file a grievance?
You can use the public grievance portal of Government of India to report issues related to the scheme.
When does a woman become eligible for the benefit?
A woman becomes eligible for consideration once she crosses the seven-month mark of her pregnancy.
What amount is provided under Kulavilakku?
Eligible beneficiaries receive ₹500 as financial support during their pregnancy.