Padiyur - Vedasandur, Dindigul
Padiyur is a village situated in the Vedasandur taluka of Dindigul district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vedasandur and around 130 km from the district headquarters in Dindigul. Padiyur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padiyur is 635280. The village covers a total geographical area of 2324.74 hectares and falls under the 624005 pincode. Vadamadurai is the nearest town.
Padiyur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vedasandur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Karur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Padiyur
As per Census 2011, Padiyur village has a total population of 9,876 people, consisting of 4,924 males and 4,952 females. The village has 2,406 households and a sex ratio of 1,005 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,119 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 6,182 literate and 3,694 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,499 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Padiyur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,876 | 4,924 | 4,952 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,119 | 564 | 555 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,499 | 764 | 735 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 6,182 | 3,540 | 2,642 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,694 | 1,384 | 2,310 |
Nearby Villages of Padiyur
Padiyur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ammakulathupatti | South-East | 2.96 km |
| Kulathur | West | 3.41 km |
| Tamaraipadi | South | 3.46 km |
| Velvankottai | South-East | 4.16 km |
| Nallamanarkottai | North | 4.98 km |
| Perumbulli | North-East | 5.14 km |
| Mullipadi | South | 5.49 km |
| Marambadi | North-West | 5.77 km |
| Kovilur | South | 5.91 km |
| Silapadi (ct) | South-West | 6.52 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Padiyur
Padiyur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Tamaraipadi, while the nearest airport is Tiruchirapally Civil Airport Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 61.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dindigul to Padiyur is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Padiyur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padiyur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Padiyur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padiyur 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 Padiyur
Where is Padiyur located?
Padiyur village is located in Vedasandur Taluka, Dindigul district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Padiyur?
Padiyur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Padiyur?
The pincode of Padiyur is 624005.
What is the population of Padiyur?
Padiyur has a total population of 9,876, including 4,924 males and 4,952 females.
How many households are there in Padiyur?
There are 2,406 households in Padiyur.
What is the literacy rate in Padiyur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padiyur is 62.60%. Male literacy is 71.89% and female literacy is 53.35%.