Uralipatti - Natham, Dindigul
Uralipatti is a village situated in the Natham taluka of Dindigul district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Natham and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Dindigul. Uralipatti village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Uralipatti is 635318. The village covers a total geographical area of 963.58 hectares and falls under the 624402 pincode. Natham is the nearest town.
Uralipatti 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 Uralipatti
According to the 2011 Census, Uralipatti village had a total population of 3,896 people, including 1,948 males and 1,948 females, living in 953 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.04%, with male literacy at 79.37% and female literacy at 56.77%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 333, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 3,896 | 1,948 | 1,948 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 417 | 213 | 204 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 333 | 166 | 167 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,367 | 1,377 | 990 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,529 | 571 | 958 |
Nearby Villages of Uralipatti
Uralipatti 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mottamalai R.f. | South-East | 1.71 km |
| Poolamalai R.f. | North-East | 2.79 km |
| Chellappanaickenpatti | South-West | 2.88 km |
| Avichchippatti | North | 3.00 km |
| Natham | North-West | 3.12 km |
| Samudrapatti | North-East | 3.89 km |
| Idayapatti | South-West | 4.01 km |
| Sekkipatti | East | 4.89 km |
| Chembulimalai R.f. | South-West | 5.22 km |
| Pannimalai | North | 5.44 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Uralipatti
Uralipatti is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Vadamadura, while the nearest airport is Tiruchirapally Civil Airport Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 59.8 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 Uralipatti is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Uralipatti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Uralipatti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Uralipatti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Uralipatti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Uralipatti
Where is Uralipatti located?
Uralipatti village is located in Natham Taluka, Dindigul district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Uralipatti?
Uralipatti is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Uralipatti?
The pincode of Uralipatti is 624402.
What is the population of Uralipatti?
Uralipatti had a total population of 3,896, including 1,948 males and 1,948 females.
How many households are there in Uralipatti?
Uralipatti had 953 households.
What is the literacy rate in Uralipatti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Uralipatti was 68.04%. Male literacy was 79.37% and female literacy was 56.77%.