Athipadi - Uthangarai, Krishnagiri
Athipadi is a village situated in the Uthangarai taluka of Krishnagiri district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Uthangarai and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Krishnagiri. Athipadi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Athipadi is 644288. The village covers a total geographical area of 831.1 hectares and falls under the 635307 pincode. Uthangarai is the nearest town.
Athipadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Uthangarai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Krishnagiri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Athipadi
As per Census 2011, Athipadi village has a total population of 1,484 people, consisting of 755 males and 729 females. The village has 372 households and a sex ratio of 965 females per 1,000 males. There are 171 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 860 literate and 624 illiterate residents. Additionally, 350 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Athipadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,484 | 755 | 729 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 171 | 89 | 82 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 350 | 169 | 181 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 860 | 506 | 354 |
| Illiterate Population | 624 | 249 | 375 |
Nearby Villages of Athipadi
Athipadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nattampalli Rf | South | 2.45 km |
| Chinniyampettai Rf | North-East | 2.63 km |
| Beemarapatti | West | 3.32 km |
| Melmuthanur | North-West | 3.61 km |
| Semmanpatti | South-West | 4.01 km |
| Puduchekkadi | East | 4.62 km |
| Valasamalai Rf | South-West | 5.72 km |
| Kilpasar | North | 6.00 km |
| Chinniyampettai | North-East | 6.11 km |
| Mothakkal | North-West | 6.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Athipadi
Public transport in the Athipadi is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Tiruvannamalai, while the nearest airport is Salem Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 62.1 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 Krishnagiri to Athipadi is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Athipadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Athipadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Athipadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Athipadi 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Athipadi
Where is Athipadi located?
Athipadi village is located in Uthangarai Taluka, Krishnagiri district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Athipadi?
Athipadi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Athipadi?
The pincode of Athipadi is 635307.
What is the population of Athipadi?
Athipadi has a total population of 1,484, including 755 males and 729 females.
How many households are there in Athipadi?
There are 372 households in Athipadi.
What is the literacy rate in Athipadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Athipadi is 57.95%. Male literacy is 67.02% and female literacy is 48.56%.