Molayanur - Pappireddipatti, Dharmapuri
Molayanur is a village situated in the Pappireddipatti taluka of Dharmapuri district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pappireddipatti and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Dharmapuri. Molayanoor serves as the Gram Panchayat for Molayanur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Molayanur is 643530. The village covers a total geographical area of 1534 hectares and falls under the 636904 pincode. Pappireddypatti is the nearest town.
Molayanur 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 Molayanur
As per Census 2011, Molayanur village has a total population of 3,196 people, consisting of 1,606 males and 1,590 females. The village has 901 households and a sex ratio of 990 females per 1,000 males. There are 258 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,106 literate and 1,090 illiterate residents. Additionally, 847 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 308 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Molayanur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,196 | 1,606 | 1,590 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 258 | 138 | 120 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 847 | 425 | 422 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 308 | 163 | 145 |
| Literate Population | 2,106 | 1,197 | 909 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,090 | 409 | 681 |
Nearby Villages of Molayanur
Molayanur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Venkatesamudram | East | 1.53 km |
| Kolimekkenur | East | 2.75 km |
| Bonthakkadu (r.f.) | South-West | 3.11 km |
| Bairanatham | West | 4.16 km |
| Pappireddipatti | South-East | 4.39 km |
| Kadiripuram | North-West | 4.55 km |
| Kuttar Extension (r.f.) | South | 4.58 km |
| Menasi | North-East | 5.02 km |
| Adigarapatty | East | 5.42 km |
| Bothakkadu | West | 5.51 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Molayanur
Public transport in the Molayanur 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 25.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmapuri to Molayanur is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Molayanur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Molayanur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Molayanur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Molayanur 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Molayanur
Where is Molayanur located?
Molayanur village is located in Pappireddipatti Taluka, Dharmapuri district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Molayanur?
The Gram Panchayat of Molayanur is Molayanoor.
What is the pincode of Molayanur?
The pincode of Molayanur is 636904.
What is the population of Molayanur?
Molayanur has a total population of 3,196, including 1,606 males and 1,590 females.
How many households are there in Molayanur?
There are 901 households in Molayanur.
What is the literacy rate in Molayanur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Molayanur is 65.89%. Male literacy is 74.53% and female literacy is 57.17%.