Athipattu - Walajabad, Kancheepuram
Athipattu is a village situated in the Walajabad taluka of Kancheepuram district, Tamil Nadu. Kattavakkam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Athipattu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Athipattu is 629683. The village covers a total geographical area of 27.12 hectares and falls under the 631601 pincode. Walajabad is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Athipattu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Uthiramerur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kancheepuram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Nearby Villages of Athipattu
Athipattu 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Vilagam | East | 0.44 km |
| Alavur | East | 1.16 km |
| Manjamedu | North-West | 1.18 km |
| Thalayampattu | East | 1.19 km |
| Kattavakkam | West | 1.48 km |
| Agaram | North-East | 1.75 km |
| Devariyambakkam | South-East | 2.02 km |
| Thenneri | North-West | 2.27 km |
| Ambakkam | East | 2.31 km |
| Varanavasi | East | 2.42 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Athipattu
Athipattu is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Walajabad, while the nearest airport is Chennai International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 28.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| 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 Walajabad to Athipattu is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Athipattu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Athipattu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Athipattu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Athipattu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Athipattu
Where is Athipattu located?
Athipattu village is located in Walajabad Taluka, Kancheepuram district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Athipattu?
The Gram Panchayat of Athipattu is Kattavakkam.
What is the pincode of Athipattu?
The pincode of Athipattu is 631601.