Kattiripatty - Harur, Dharmapuri
Kattiripatty is a village situated in the Harur taluka of Dharmapuri district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harur and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Dharmapuri. M. Velampatty serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kattiripatty village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kattiripatty is 643435. The village covers a total geographical area of 203.84 hectares and falls under the 636907 pincode. Harur is the nearest town.
Kattiripatty 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 Kattiripatty
According to the 2011 Census, Kattiripatty village had a total population of 908 people, including 470 males and 438 females, living in 229 households. The sex ratio was 932 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.21%, with male literacy at 65.06% and female literacy at 44.77%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 897.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 908 | 470 | 438 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 140 | 75 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 897 | 462 | 435 |
| Literate Population | 424 | 257 | 167 |
| Illiterate Population | 484 | 213 | 271 |
Nearby Villages of Kattiripatty
Kattiripatty 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kottapatti Extension R.f. | South-East | 2.22 km |
| Karapadi | West | 3.30 km |
| Suramatham | South-East | 5.55 km |
| Veppampatti Rf | North-West | 5.74 km |
| Mangalapatty | East | 5.82 km |
| Ammapettai | South-East | 5.87 km |
| Kottapatty | East | 6.11 km |
| Sengandipatti | East | 7.19 km |
| Bairnayakkampatty | North-East | 7.22 km |
| Andipatty | East | 7.25 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kattiripatty
Kattiripatty is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Morappur, while the nearest airport is Salem Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 48.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmapuri to Kattiripatty is about 56 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 Kattiripatty
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kattiripatty village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kattiripatty
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kattiripatty village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kattiripatty
Where is Kattiripatty located?
Kattiripatty village is located in Harur Taluka, Dharmapuri district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kattiripatty?
The Gram Panchayat of Kattiripatty is M. Velampatty.
What is the pincode of Kattiripatty?
The pincode of Kattiripatty is 636907.
What is the population of Kattiripatty?
Kattiripatty had a total population of 908, including 470 males and 438 females.
How many households are there in Kattiripatty?
Kattiripatty had 229 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kattiripatty?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kattiripatty was 55.21%. Male literacy was 65.06% and female literacy was 44.77%.