Athupollachi - Anaimalai, Coimbatore
Athupollachi is a village situated in the Anaimalai taluka of Coimbatore district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 15 km from Pollachi and around 55 km from Coimbatore. Authupollachi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Athupollachi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Athupollachi is 644564. The village covers a total geographical area of 501.66 hectares and falls under the 642103 pincode. Pollachi is the nearest town.
Athupollachi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pollachi Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Athupollachi
As per Census 2011, Athupollachi village has a total population of 2,651 people, consisting of 1,322 males and 1,329 females. The village has 750 households and a sex ratio of 1,005 females per 1,000 males. There are 178 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,726 literate and 925 illiterate residents. Additionally, 852 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 243 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Athupollachi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,651 | 1,322 | 1,329 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 178 | 92 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 852 | 407 | 445 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 243 | 125 | 118 |
| Literate Population | 1,726 | 956 | 770 |
| Illiterate Population | 925 | 366 | 559 |
Nearby Villages of Athupollachi
Athupollachi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Thimmanguthu | North-West | 1.48 km |
| Servaikaranpalayam | East | 3.08 km |
| Marchinaickenpalayam | South-West | 3.42 km |
| Nallathukuli | North-East | 3.63 km |
| Bodipalayam | East | 5.00 km |
| Ambarampalayam | South-East | 5.75 km |
| Moolathara | West | 7.01 km |
| Devambadi | North-East | 7.10 km |
| Z. Muthur | East | 7.19 km |
| Singanallur | South-East | 7.36 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Athupollachi
Public transport in the Athupollachi is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Anaimalai Road, while the nearest airport is Coimbatore International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 33.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Coimbatore to Athupollachi is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Athupollachi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Athupollachi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Athupollachi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Athupollachi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Athupollachi
Where is Athupollachi located?
Athupollachi village is located in Anaimalai Taluka, Coimbatore district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Athupollachi?
The Gram Panchayat of Athupollachi is Authupollachi.
What is the pincode of Athupollachi?
The pincode of Athupollachi is 642103.
What is the population of Athupollachi?
Athupollachi has a total population of 2,651, including 1,322 males and 1,329 females.
How many households are there in Athupollachi?
There are 750 households in Athupollachi.
What is the literacy rate in Athupollachi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Athupollachi is 65.11%. Male literacy is 72.31% and female literacy is 57.94%.