Mangalapatty - Harur, Dharmapuri
Mangalapatty is a village situated in the Harur taluka of Dharmapuri district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harur and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Dharmapuri. Kottapatti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mangalapatty village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mangalapatty is 643434. The village covers a total geographical area of 139.98 hectares and falls under the 636907 pincode. Harur is the nearest town.
Mangalapatty 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 Mangalapatty
As per Census 2011, Mangalapatty village has a total population of 298 people, consisting of 154 males and 144 females. The village has 83 households and a sex ratio of 935 females per 1,000 males. There are 44 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 121 literate and 177 illiterate residents. Additionally, 180 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mangalapatty are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 298 | 154 | 144 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 19 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 180 | 94 | 86 |
| Literate Population | 121 | 78 | 43 |
| Illiterate Population | 177 | 76 | 101 |
Nearby Villages of Mangalapatty
Mangalapatty 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Suramatham | South-West | 1.27 km |
| Andipatty | East | 1.57 km |
| Kottapatty | North | 2.34 km |
| Sengandipatti | North-East | 2.67 km |
| Kulunthambinatham | South-East | 2.94 km |
| Kottapatty R.f. | East | 3.41 km |
| Kottapatti Extension R.f. | West | 3.89 km |
| Avallur | South | 4.65 km |
| Ammapettai | South-West | 5.05 km |
| Sittilingi R.f. | South | 5.36 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mangalapatty
Public transport in the Mangalapatty 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 52.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmapuri to Mangalapatty is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mangalapatty
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mangalapatty village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Mangalapatty
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mangalapatty village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mangalapatty
Where is Mangalapatty located?
Mangalapatty village is located in Harur Taluka, Dharmapuri district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mangalapatty?
The Gram Panchayat of Mangalapatty is Kottapatti.
What is the pincode of Mangalapatty?
The pincode of Mangalapatty is 636907.
What is the population of Mangalapatty?
Mangalapatty has a total population of 298, including 154 males and 144 females.
How many households are there in Mangalapatty?
There are 83 households in Mangalapatty.
What is the literacy rate in Mangalapatty?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mangalapatty is 40.60%. Male literacy is 50.65% and female literacy is 29.86%.