Kidaripatti - Melur, Madurai
Kidaripatti is a village situated in the Melur taluka of Madurai district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Melur and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Madurai. Kidaripatti village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kidaripatti is 640517. The village covers a total geographical area of 1755.96 hectares and falls under the 625301 pincode. A.vallalapatti is the nearest town.
Kidaripatti 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.
Population of Kidaripatti
As per Census 2011, Kidaripatti village has a total population of 5,155 people, consisting of 2,623 males and 2,532 females. The village has 1,264 households and a sex ratio of 965 females per 1,000 males. There are 601 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,214 literate and 1,941 illiterate residents. Additionally, 893 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kidaripatti are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,155 | 2,623 | 2,532 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 601 | 294 | 307 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 893 | 446 | 447 |
| Literate Population | 3,214 | 1,849 | 1,365 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,941 | 774 | 1,167 |
Nearby Villages of Kidaripatti
Kidaripatti 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ayuthapatti | West | 3.05 km |
| A.valayapatti | West | 3.63 km |
| Mangulam Bit 1 | South-West | 3.93 km |
| Meenakshipuram Bit 1 | South | 4.20 km |
| Arittapatti | South-East | 4.30 km |
| Naickanpatti | West | 4.65 km |
| Pulipattii | North-East | 5.33 km |
| Kallandhiri Bit 1 | South-West | 5.41 km |
| Kavathayampatti | East | 5.68 km |
| Perumalmalai Forest | South | 5.79 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kidaripatti
Kidaripatti 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 69.7 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 Kidaripatti is about 26 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kidaripatti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kidaripatti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kidaripatti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kidaripatti 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 Kidaripatti
Where is Kidaripatti located?
Kidaripatti village is located in Melur Taluka, Madurai district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kidaripatti?
Kidaripatti is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kidaripatti?
The pincode of Kidaripatti is 625301.
What is the population of Kidaripatti?
Kidaripatti has a total population of 5,155, including 2,623 males and 2,532 females.
How many households are there in Kidaripatti?
There are 1,264 households in Kidaripatti.
What is the literacy rate in Kidaripatti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kidaripatti is 62.35%. Male literacy is 70.49% and female literacy is 53.91%.