Aiyampalayam - Athoor, Dindigul
Aiyampalayam is a village situated in the Athoor taluka of Dindigul district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 15 km from Attur and around 32 km from Dindigul. Ayyankottai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Aiyampalayam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Aiyampalayam is 635433. The village covers a total geographical area of 4288.13 hectares and falls under the 624204 pincode. Ayyampalayam is the nearest town.
Aiyampalayam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Athoor Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dindigul Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Aiyampalayam
As per Census 2011, Aiyampalayam village has a total population of 8,623 people, consisting of 4,297 males and 4,326 females. The village has 2,322 households and a sex ratio of 1,006 females per 1,000 males. There are 701 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 6,348 literate and 2,275 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3,504 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Aiyampalayam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,623 | 4,297 | 4,326 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 701 | 374 | 327 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,504 | 1,766 | 1,738 |
| Literate Population | 6,348 | 3,405 | 2,943 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,275 | 892 | 1,383 |
Nearby Villages of Aiyampalayam
Aiyampalayam 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Urachikottai | North-West | 1.26 km |
| Andikulam | West | 2.25 km |
| Pullakkavundampatti Agraharam | North-East | 2.39 km |
| Bhavani | North-West | 3.14 km |
| Kumarapalaiyam Agraharam | South | 3.53 km |
| Thalakulam | North | 4.36 km |
| Elavamalai | West | 4.42 km |
| Katteri | East | 4.67 km |
| Komarapalayam | South-East | 4.82 km |
| Varadanallur | North | 5.21 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Aiyampalayam
Aiyampalayam is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Kaveri, while the nearest airport is Salem Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.8 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 Dindigul to Aiyampalayam is about 32 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 Aiyampalayam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Aiyampalayam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Aiyampalayam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Aiyampalayam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Aiyampalayam
Where is Aiyampalayam located?
Aiyampalayam village is located in Athoor Taluka, Dindigul district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Aiyampalayam?
The Gram Panchayat of Aiyampalayam is Ayyankottai.
What is the pincode of Aiyampalayam?
The pincode of Aiyampalayam is 624204.
What is the population of Aiyampalayam?
Aiyampalayam has a total population of 8,623, including 4,297 males and 4,326 females.
How many households are there in Aiyampalayam?
There are 2,322 households in Aiyampalayam.
What is the literacy rate in Aiyampalayam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Aiyampalayam is 73.62%. Male literacy is 79.24% and female literacy is 68.03%.