Periyapatti - Madurai North, Madurai
Periyapatti 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. Periyapatti village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Periyapatti is 640588. The village covers a total geographical area of 98.17 hectares and falls under the 625014 pincode. Anaiyur is the nearest town.
Periyapatti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Periyapatti
As per Census 2011, Periyapatti village has a total population of 837 people, consisting of 427 males and 410 females. The village has 216 households and a sex ratio of 960 females per 1,000 males. There are 100 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 620 literate and 217 illiterate residents. Additionally, 60 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Periyapatti are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 837 | 427 | 410 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 100 | 53 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 60 | 33 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 620 | 342 | 278 |
| Illiterate Population | 217 | 85 | 132 |
Nearby Villages of Periyapatti
Periyapatti 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chinnapatti | North-West | 0.92 km |
| Paraipatti | South-East | 1.14 km |
| Mandikulam | South-West | 1.30 km |
| Usilampatti | South | 1.93 km |
| Kavanur | West | 2.04 km |
| Erukkalainattam | South-East | 2.09 km |
| Velichinatham | North-West | 2.33 km |
| Kodimangalam | South | 2.47 km |
| Manjampatti | North-East | 2.70 km |
| Karuvanur | South-West | 2.91 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Periyapatti
Periyapatti 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 | 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 Madurai to Periyapatti 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 Periyapatti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Periyapatti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Periyapatti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Periyapatti 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 Periyapatti
Where is Periyapatti located?
Periyapatti village is located in Madurai North Taluka, Madurai district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Periyapatti?
Periyapatti is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Periyapatti?
The pincode of Periyapatti is 625014.
What is the population of Periyapatti?
Periyapatti has a total population of 837, including 427 males and 410 females.
How many households are there in Periyapatti?
There are 216 households in Periyapatti.
What is the literacy rate in Periyapatti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Periyapatti is 74.07%. Male literacy is 80.09% and female literacy is 67.80%.