Punnapatti - Natham, Dindigul
Punnapatti is a village situated in the Natham taluka of Dindigul district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Natham and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Dindigul. Punnapatti village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Punnapatti is 635307. The village covers a total geographical area of 1973.32 hectares and falls under the 624401 pincode. Natham is the nearest town.
Punnapatti 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 Punnapatti
As per Census 2011, Punnapatti village has a total population of 7,576 people, consisting of 3,812 males and 3,764 females. The village has 1,777 households and a sex ratio of 987 females per 1,000 males. There are 839 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,851 literate and 2,725 illiterate residents. Additionally, 988 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Punnapatti are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,576 | 3,812 | 3,764 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 839 | 407 | 432 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 988 | 494 | 494 |
| Literate Population | 4,851 | 2,802 | 2,049 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,725 | 1,010 | 1,715 |
Nearby Villages of Punnapatti
Punnapatti 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Velanpatti | East | 3.57 km |
| Sakkiliankodai | North-West | 3.75 km |
| Pannuvarpatti | South-East | 4.12 km |
| Palappanayakkanpatti | South | 4.34 km |
| Mulaiyur | South-West | 5.20 km |
| Natham | South-East | 5.54 km |
| Sattambadi | South | 5.91 km |
| Kanavaipatti | West | 6.27 km |
| Mudumalai R.f. | South-West | 6.84 km |
| Idayapatti | South-East | 7.06 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Punnapatti
Punnapatti is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Vadamadura, while the nearest airport is Tiruchirapally Civil Airport Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 61.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dindigul to Punnapatti is about 35 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 Punnapatti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Punnapatti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Punnapatti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Punnapatti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Punnapatti
Where is Punnapatti located?
Punnapatti village is located in Natham Taluka, Dindigul district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Punnapatti?
Punnapatti is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Punnapatti?
The pincode of Punnapatti is 624401.
What is the population of Punnapatti?
Punnapatti has a total population of 7,576, including 3,812 males and 3,764 females.
How many households are there in Punnapatti?
There are 1,777 households in Punnapatti.
What is the literacy rate in Punnapatti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Punnapatti is 64.03%. Male literacy is 73.50% and female literacy is 54.44%.