Bairanatham - Pappireddipatti, Dharmapuri
Bairanatham is a village situated in the Pappireddipatti taluka of Dharmapuri district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pappireddipatti and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Dharmapuri. Biranatham serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bairanatham village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bairanatham is 643528. The village covers a total geographical area of 589.1 hectares and falls under the 636905 pincode. Pappireddypatti is the nearest town.
Bairanatham village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pappireddippatti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dharmapuri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bairanatham
As per Census 2011, Bairanatham village has a total population of 4,449 people, consisting of 2,263 males and 2,186 females. The village has 1,199 households and a sex ratio of 965 females per 1,000 males. There are 422 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,838 literate and 1,611 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,356 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,255 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bairanatham are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,449 | 2,263 | 2,186 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 422 | 205 | 217 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,356 | 681 | 675 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,255 | 651 | 604 |
| Literate Population | 2,838 | 1,607 | 1,231 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,611 | 656 | 955 |
Nearby Villages of Bairanatham
Bairanatham 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jangalahalli | North-West | 1.98 km |
| Boonthikkal (r.f.) | South-West | 2.05 km |
| Varianur | West | 2.12 km |
| Kadiripuram | North-East | 2.54 km |
| P. Pallipatti | West | 2.55 km |
| Bothakkadu | South-West | 3.24 km |
| Mangalakkal (r.f.) | West | 3.68 km |
| Kumbarahalli | North-West | 3.77 km |
| Vellalapatti | North-West | 3.87 km |
| Ajjampatty | South-West | 3.91 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bairanatham
Bairanatham is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bommidi, while the nearest airport is Salem Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 23.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Bairanatham is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bairanatham
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bairanatham village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bairanatham
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bairanatham village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bairanatham
Where is Bairanatham located?
Bairanatham village is located in Pappireddipatti Taluka, Dharmapuri district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bairanatham?
The Gram Panchayat of Bairanatham is Biranatham.
What is the pincode of Bairanatham?
The pincode of Bairanatham is 636905.
What is the population of Bairanatham?
Bairanatham has a total population of 4,449, including 2,263 males and 2,186 females.
How many households are there in Bairanatham?
There are 1,199 households in Bairanatham.
What is the literacy rate in Bairanatham?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bairanatham is 63.79%. Male literacy is 71.01% and female literacy is 56.31%.