Pillaiyarnatham - Nilakkottai, Dindigul
Pillaiyarnatham is a village situated in the Nilakkottai taluka of Dindigul district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nilakkottai and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Dindigul. Pillaiyarnatham village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pillaiyarnatham is 635482. The village covers a total geographical area of 753.74 hectares and falls under the 624219 pincode. Nilkkottai is the nearest town.
Pillaiyarnatham village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nilakkottai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dindigul Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pillaiyarnatham
As per Census 2011, Pillaiyarnatham village has a total population of 6,712 people, consisting of 3,422 males and 3,290 females. The village has 1,698 households and a sex ratio of 961 females per 1,000 males. There are 725 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,498 literate and 2,214 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,898 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pillaiyarnatham are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,712 | 3,422 | 3,290 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 725 | 374 | 351 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,898 | 970 | 928 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 4,498 | 2,536 | 1,962 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,214 | 886 | 1,328 |
Nearby Villages of Pillaiyarnatham
Pillaiyarnatham 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sithargalnatham | South-West | 2.26 km |
| Ethilodu | North-East | 2.73 km |
| Musuvanuthu | North-West | 3.37 km |
| Vilampatti | South-East | 3.61 km |
| Koovanuthu | North | 3.86 km |
| Kullichettipatti | West | 4.01 km |
| Bodiagoundanpatti | West | 4.79 km |
| Nakkaluthu | North | 5.25 km |
| Mattapparai | East | 5.69 km |
| Nadakottai | West | 5.70 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pillaiyarnatham
Pillaiyarnatham 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 89.2 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 Pillaiyarnatham is about 40 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 Pillaiyarnatham
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pillaiyarnatham village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Pillaiyarnatham
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pillaiyarnatham 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pillaiyarnatham
Where is Pillaiyarnatham located?
Pillaiyarnatham village is located in Nilakkottai Taluka, Dindigul district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pillaiyarnatham?
Pillaiyarnatham is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pillaiyarnatham?
The pincode of Pillaiyarnatham is 624219.
What is the population of Pillaiyarnatham?
Pillaiyarnatham has a total population of 6,712, including 3,422 males and 3,290 females.
How many households are there in Pillaiyarnatham?
There are 1,698 households in Pillaiyarnatham.
What is the literacy rate in Pillaiyarnatham?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pillaiyarnatham is 67.01%. Male literacy is 74.11% and female literacy is 59.64%.