Sathambur - Modakkurichi, Erode
Sathambur is a village situated in the Modakkurichi taluka of Erode district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 12 km from Erode and around 12 km from Erode. Nanjai Uthukuli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sathambur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sathambur is 635050. The village covers a total geographical area of 300.68 hectares and falls under the 638002 pincode. Modakurichi is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Sathambur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Modakurichi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Erode Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Nearby Villages of Sathambur
Sathambur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nanjailakkapuram | North-West | 2.03 km |
| Nanjaiuthukuli | South-West | 2.21 km |
| Kokkarayanpettai | North-East | 3.04 km |
| Patlur | East | 3.25 km |
| Punjailakkapuram | North-West | 3.36 km |
| Pappampalayam | North | 3.80 km |
| Pudur | West | 5.09 km |
| Odappalli Agraharam | North | 5.76 km |
| Thuyyampoondurai | South-West | 6.08 km |
| Modavandi Sathyamangalam | West | 6.35 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sathambur
Public transport in the Sathambur is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Chavadipalaiyam, while the nearest airport is Salem Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 47.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Modakurichi to Sathambur is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Erode to Sathambur is about 12 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sathambur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sathambur 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 Sathambur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sathambur 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Sathambur
Where is Sathambur located?
Sathambur village is located in Modakkurichi Taluka, Erode district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sathambur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sathambur is Nanjai Uthukuli.
What is the pincode of Sathambur?
The pincode of Sathambur is 638002.