Periyapatti - Harur, Dharmapuri
Periyapatti 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 70 km from the district headquarters in Dharmapuri. Periyapatti village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Periyapatti is 643358. The village covers a total geographical area of 464.83 hectares and falls under the 636907 pincode. Harur is the nearest town.
Periyapatti 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 Periyapatti
As per Census 2011, Periyapatti village has a total population of 1,051 people, consisting of 529 males and 522 females. The village has 269 households and a sex ratio of 986 females per 1,000 males. There are 110 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 530 literate and 521 illiterate residents. Additionally, 267 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 182 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Periyapatti are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,051 | 529 | 522 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 110 | 55 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 267 | 137 | 130 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 182 | 87 | 95 |
| Literate Population | 530 | 303 | 227 |
| Illiterate Population | 521 | 226 | 295 |
Nearby Villages of Periyapatti
Periyapatti 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Runganavalasai | South-East | 1.37 km |
| Thanippadi | South-West | 2.53 km |
| Sikkalur | South-East | 3.26 km |
| Mandikulampatti | East | 3.46 km |
| Kurumapatti | North | 4.45 km |
| Elangunni | North | 4.63 km |
| Vedapatti | South | 4.74 km |
| Kilchengampadi | West | 4.77 km |
| Mothakkal | East | 5.01 km |
| Senrayampatti | South-West | 5.50 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Periyapatti
Periyapatti is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Doddampatti, while the nearest airport is Salem Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 57.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmapuri to Periyapatti is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Periyapatti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Periyapatti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Periyapatti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Periyapatti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Periyapatti
Where is Periyapatti located?
Periyapatti village is located in Harur Taluka, Dharmapuri district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Periyapatti?
Periyapatti is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Periyapatti?
The pincode of Periyapatti is 636907.
What is the population of Periyapatti?
Periyapatti has a total population of 1,051, including 529 males and 522 females.
How many households are there in Periyapatti?
There are 269 households in Periyapatti.
What is the literacy rate in Periyapatti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Periyapatti is 50.43%. Male literacy is 57.28% and female literacy is 43.49%.