Peedampalli - Sulur, Coimbatore
Peedampalli is a village situated in the Sulur taluka of Coimbatore district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sulur and around 16 km from the district headquarters in Coimbatore. Peedampalli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Peedampalli is 644380. The village covers a total geographical area of 1359.65 hectares and falls under the 641016 pincode. Kannam Palayam is the nearest town.
Peedampalli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kavundampalayam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Coimbatore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Peedampalli
As per Census 2011, Peedampalli village has a total population of 3,896 people, consisting of 1,955 males and 1,941 females. The village has 1,134 households and a sex ratio of 992 females per 1,000 males. There are 339 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,982 literate and 914 illiterate residents. Additionally, 683 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 24 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Peedampalli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,896 | 1,955 | 1,941 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 339 | 185 | 154 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 683 | 356 | 327 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 24 | 13 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 2,982 | 1,601 | 1,381 |
| Illiterate Population | 914 | 354 | 560 |
Nearby Villages of Peedampalli
Peedampalli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pappampatti | South-East | 3.07 km |
| Pattanam | West | 3.17 km |
| Pallapalayam | North | 3.20 km |
| Kallapalayam | South | 3.76 km |
| Kannampalayam | North-East | 4.26 km |
| Kalangal | North-East | 5.57 km |
| Edayapalayam | South-East | 5.81 km |
| Vellalur | West | 6.91 km |
| Appanaickenpatti | East | 7.02 km |
| Pachapalayam | South | 8.18 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Peedampalli
Peedampalli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Irugur, while the nearest airport is Coimbatore International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 5.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Peedampalli is about 16 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Peedampalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Peedampalli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Peedampalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Peedampalli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Peedampalli
Where is Peedampalli located?
Peedampalli village is located in Sulur Taluka, Coimbatore district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Peedampalli?
Peedampalli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Peedampalli?
The pincode of Peedampalli is 641016.
What is the population of Peedampalli?
Peedampalli has a total population of 3,896, including 1,955 males and 1,941 females.
How many households are there in Peedampalli?
There are 1,134 households in Peedampalli.
What is the literacy rate in Peedampalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Peedampalli is 76.54%. Male literacy is 81.89% and female literacy is 71.15%.