Irulapatty - Pappireddipatti, Dharmapuri
Irulapatty is a village situated in the Pappireddipatti taluka of Dharmapuri district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pappireddipatti and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Dharmapuri. Irulapatti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Irulapatty village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Irulapatty is 643537. The village covers a total geographical area of 615.93 hectares and falls under the 636905 pincode. Pappireddipatti is the nearest town.
Irulapatty 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 Irulapatty
As per Census 2011, Irulapatty village has a total population of 2,921 people, consisting of 1,481 males and 1,440 females. The village has 789 households and a sex ratio of 972 females per 1,000 males. There are 286 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,776 literate and 1,145 illiterate residents. Additionally, 226 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 707 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Irulapatty are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,921 | 1,481 | 1,440 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 286 | 142 | 144 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 226 | 121 | 105 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 707 | 361 | 346 |
| Literate Population | 1,776 | 1,032 | 744 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,145 | 449 | 696 |
Nearby Villages of Irulapatty
Irulapatty 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mookkareddipatti | North | 1.53 km |
| A. Pallipatti | South-West | 1.91 km |
| Pappambadi | North-East | 3.02 km |
| Thadampatti | North-West | 3.59 km |
| Adigarapatty | West | 3.77 km |
| Kavandampatty | North-West | 4.06 km |
| Erumiyampatty | North-East | 5.24 km |
| Vachathi | North-East | 5.63 km |
| Alapuram | North-West | 5.97 km |
| Naranapuram | North | 6.02 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Irulapatty
Irulapatty is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Buddireddippati, while the nearest airport is Salem Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 31.5 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 Irulapatty is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Irulapatty
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Irulapatty village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Irulapatty
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Irulapatty village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Irulapatty
Where is Irulapatty located?
Irulapatty village is located in Pappireddipatti Taluka, Dharmapuri district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Irulapatty?
The Gram Panchayat of Irulapatty is Irulapatti.
What is the pincode of Irulapatty?
The pincode of Irulapatty is 636905.
What is the population of Irulapatty?
Irulapatty has a total population of 2,921, including 1,481 males and 1,440 females.
How many households are there in Irulapatty?
There are 789 households in Irulapatty.
What is the literacy rate in Irulapatty?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Irulapatty is 60.80%. Male literacy is 69.68% and female literacy is 51.67%.