Chinnapatti - Madurai North, Madurai
Chinnapatti is a village situated in the Madurai North taluka of Madurai district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Madurai North and around 16 km from the district headquarters in Madurai. Chinnapatti village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chinnapatti is 640574. The village covers a total geographical area of 155.08 hectares and falls under the 625014 pincode. Anaiyur is the nearest town.
Chinnapatti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Madurai East Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Madurai Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chinnapatti
According to the 2011 Census, Chinnapatti village had a total population of 1,434 people, including 718 males and 716 females, living in 398 households. The sex ratio was 997 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.60%, with male literacy at 92.75% and female literacy at 78.57%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 451.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,434 | 718 | 716 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 128 | 70 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 451 | 218 | 233 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,118 | 601 | 517 |
| Illiterate Population | 316 | 117 | 199 |
Nearby Villages of Chinnapatti
Chinnapatti 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Periyapatti | South-East | 0.92 km |
| Kavanur | West | 1.34 km |
| Velichinatham | North-West | 1.46 km |
| Mandikulam | South | 1.49 km |
| Paraipatti | South-East | 2.03 km |
| Karuvanur | South-West | 2.53 km |
| Usilampatti | South-East | 2.61 km |
| Malaipatti | North-West | 2.63 km |
| Chathiratondaimanpatti | North-East | 2.91 km |
| Manjampatti | North-East | 2.91 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chinnapatti
Chinnapatti is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kudalnagar, while the nearest airport is Tiruchirapally Civil Airport Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 76.4 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Madurai to Chinnapatti is about 16 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 Chinnapatti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chinnapatti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chinnapatti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chinnapatti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Chinnapatti
Where is Chinnapatti located?
Chinnapatti village is located in Madurai North Taluka, Madurai district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chinnapatti?
Chinnapatti is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chinnapatti?
The pincode of Chinnapatti is 625014.
What is the population of Chinnapatti?
Chinnapatti had a total population of 1,434, including 718 males and 716 females.
How many households are there in Chinnapatti?
Chinnapatti had 398 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chinnapatti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chinnapatti was 85.60%. Male literacy was 92.75% and female literacy was 78.57%.