Jothampatti - Dindiguleast, Dindigul
Jothampatti is a village situated in the Dindiguleast taluka of Dindigul district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 30 km from Dindigul and around 30 km from Dindigul. Thimmananallur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jothampatti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jothampatti is 635388. The village covers a total geographical area of 456.67 hectares and falls under the 624308 pincode. Natham is the nearest town.
Jothampatti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Natham Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dindigul Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jothampatti
As per Census 2011, Jothampatti village has a total population of 2,544 people, consisting of 1,298 males and 1,246 females. The village has 613 households and a sex ratio of 959 females per 1,000 males. There are 323 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,495 literate and 1,049 illiterate residents. Additionally, 582 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jothampatti are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,544 | 1,298 | 1,246 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 323 | 181 | 142 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 582 | 290 | 292 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,495 | 868 | 627 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,049 | 430 | 619 |
Nearby Villages of Jothampatti
Jothampatti 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pudupatti | North | 2.09 km |
| Karanthamalai R.f. | East | 2.93 km |
| Maranuthu | West | 3.53 km |
| Vajraservaikarankottai | North | 4.05 km |
| Sakkiliankodai | South | 4.74 km |
| Vathilathoppampatti | North-West | 4.84 km |
| Markkampatti | North | 5.21 km |
| Thetthampatti | North-West | 5.24 km |
| Avilipatti | West | 5.65 km |
| Virasinnampatti | West | 6.15 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jothampatti
Jothampatti is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Tamaraipadi, while the nearest airport is Tiruchirapally Civil Airport Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 60.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dindigul to Jothampatti is about 30 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 Jothampatti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jothampatti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Jothampatti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jothampatti 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 Jothampatti
Where is Jothampatti located?
Jothampatti village is located in Dindiguleast Taluka, Dindigul district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jothampatti?
The Gram Panchayat of Jothampatti is Thimmananallur.
What is the pincode of Jothampatti?
The pincode of Jothampatti is 624308.
What is the population of Jothampatti?
Jothampatti has a total population of 2,544, including 1,298 males and 1,246 females.
How many households are there in Jothampatti?
There are 613 households in Jothampatti.
What is the literacy rate in Jothampatti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jothampatti is 58.77%. Male literacy is 66.87% and female literacy is 50.32%.