Lingavadi - Natham, Dindigul
Lingavadi is a village situated in the Natham taluka of Dindigul district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Natham and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Dindigul. Lingavadi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lingavadi is 635321. The village covers a total geographical area of 1417.54 hectares and falls under the 624401 pincode. Natham is the nearest town.
Lingavadi 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 Lingavadi
According to the 2011 Census, Lingavadi village had a total population of 5,798 people, including 2,901 males and 2,897 females, living in 1,444 households. The sex ratio was 999 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.19%, with male literacy at 77.84% and female literacy at 56.77%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 368.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,798 | 2,901 | 2,897 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 742 | 401 | 341 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 368 | 186 | 182 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 3,397 | 1,946 | 1,451 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,401 | 955 | 1,446 |
Nearby Villages of Lingavadi
Lingavadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Perumalair.f. | South-West | 3.01 km |
| Mulaiyur | North | 3.12 km |
| Mudumalai R.f. | North-West | 3.15 km |
| Sattambadi | East | 4.62 km |
| Senthamangalam | South | 5.06 km |
| Valayapatti | South-West | 5.09 km |
| Palappanayakkanpatti | North-East | 5.37 km |
| Kanavaipatti | North | 5.84 km |
| Chatravellalapatti | South-West | 5.93 km |
| Kombaipatti | North-West | 6.16 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lingavadi
Lingavadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Vadippatti, while the nearest airport is Tiruchirapally Civil Airport Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 66.8 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 Lingavadi is about 47 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 Lingavadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lingavadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Lingavadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lingavadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Lingavadi
Where is Lingavadi located?
Lingavadi village is located in Natham Taluka, Dindigul district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lingavadi?
Lingavadi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lingavadi?
The pincode of Lingavadi is 624401.
What is the population of Lingavadi?
Lingavadi had a total population of 5,798, including 2,901 males and 2,897 females.
How many households are there in Lingavadi?
Lingavadi had 1,444 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lingavadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lingavadi was 67.19%. Male literacy was 77.84% and female literacy was 56.77%.