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
According to the 2011 Census, Mangalapatty village had a total population of 298 people, including 154 males and 144 females, living in 83 households. The sex ratio was 935 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.64%, with male literacy at 57.78% and female literacy at 36.13%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 180.
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 | 298 | 154 | 144 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 19 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 298, including 154 males and 144 females.
How many households are there in Mangalapatty?
Mangalapatty had 83 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mangalapatty?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mangalapatty was 47.64%. Male literacy was 57.78% and female literacy was 36.13%.