Gettupatty - Harur, Dharmapuri
Gettupatty is a village situated in the Harur taluka of Dharmapuri district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harur and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Dharmapuri. Navalai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gettupatty village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gettupatty is 643293. The village covers a total geographical area of 217.69 hectares and falls under the 636903 pincode. Kambainallur is the nearest town.
Gettupatty village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Harur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dharmapuri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gettupatty
As per Census 2011, Gettupatty village has a total population of 1,427 people, consisting of 709 males and 718 females. The village has 333 households and a sex ratio of 1,012 females per 1,000 males. There are 194 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 835 literate and 592 illiterate residents. Additionally, 514 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gettupatty are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,427 | 709 | 718 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 194 | 89 | 105 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 514 | 263 | 251 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 835 | 477 | 358 |
| Illiterate Population | 592 | 232 | 360 |
Nearby Villages of Gettupatty
Gettupatty 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kattanur | North-East | 1.11 km |
| Vannampatty | North | 1.51 km |
| Ettipatty | West | 1.71 km |
| Navalai | South-West | 2.34 km |
| Kadirampatti | North-East | 2.52 km |
| Veeranakuppam | North-East | 2.61 km |
| Samandahalli | East | 2.91 km |
| Elavadi | South-East | 3.71 km |
| Chinnakoundampatti | South-West | 3.75 km |
| Ichambadi | North-West | 3.93 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gettupatty
Gettupatty is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Doddampatti, while the nearest airport is Salem Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 42.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Dharmapuri to Gettupatty is about 27 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gettupatty
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gettupatty village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gettupatty
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gettupatty village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gettupatty
Where is Gettupatty located?
Gettupatty village is located in Harur Taluka, Dharmapuri district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gettupatty?
The Gram Panchayat of Gettupatty is Navalai.
What is the pincode of Gettupatty?
The pincode of Gettupatty is 636903.
What is the population of Gettupatty?
Gettupatty has a total population of 1,427, including 709 males and 718 females.
How many households are there in Gettupatty?
There are 333 households in Gettupatty.
What is the literacy rate in Gettupatty?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gettupatty is 58.51%. Male literacy is 67.28% and female literacy is 49.86%.