Ayanpandangudi - Melur, Madurai
Ayanpandangudi is a village situated in the Melur taluka of Madurai district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Melur and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Madurai. Kottampatti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ayanpandangudi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ayanpandangudi is 640493. The village covers a total geographical area of 151.36 hectares and falls under the 625103 pincode. Melur is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Ayanpandangudi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Melur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Madurai Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Nearby Villages of Ayanpandangudi
Ayanpandangudi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tarkakudi | West | 1.48 km |
| Kottampatti | North | 2.19 km |
| Chokkalingapuram | South-East | 2.26 km |
| Valaichcherippatti | North-West | 2.29 km |
| Ayyapatti | South-West | 3.31 km |
| Valaichcherippatti Hills | North | 4.21 km |
| Manappachcheri | West | 4.49 km |
| Chokkampatti | North-West | 4.51 km |
| Kirungakottai | East | 4.97 km |
| Karungalakudi | South | 5.37 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ayanpandangudi
Ayanpandangudi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kalpattichatram, while the nearest airport is Tiruchirapally Civil Airport Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 54.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Melur to Ayanpandangudi is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Madurai to Ayanpandangudi is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ayanpandangudi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ayanpandangudi 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 Ayanpandangudi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ayanpandangudi 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 Ayanpandangudi
Where is Ayanpandangudi located?
Ayanpandangudi village is located in Melur Taluka, Madurai district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ayanpandangudi?
The Gram Panchayat of Ayanpandangudi is Kottampatti.
What is the pincode of Ayanpandangudi?
The pincode of Ayanpandangudi is 625103.