Narasingampatti - Melur, Madurai
Narasingampatti is a village situated in the Melur taluka of Madurai district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Melur and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Madurai. Narasingampatti village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Narasingampatti is 640533. The village covers a total geographical area of 1377.17 hectares and falls under the 625122 pincode. Melur is the nearest town.
Narasingampatti 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 Narasingampatti
As per Census 2011, Narasingampatti village has a total population of 4,391 people, consisting of 2,248 males and 2,143 females. The village has 1,161 households and a sex ratio of 953 females per 1,000 males. There are 495 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,180 literate and 1,211 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,279 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Narasingampatti are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,391 | 2,248 | 2,143 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 495 | 264 | 231 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,279 | 658 | 621 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 3,180 | 1,755 | 1,425 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,211 | 493 | 718 |
Nearby Villages of Narasingampatti
Narasingampatti 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Perumalmalai Forest | North | 2.18 km |
| Unukalpuliyankulam | South | 2.52 km |
| Kalikulam | North-West | 2.62 km |
| Marudur | South-East | 2.62 km |
| Uduppakkulam | West | 2.79 km |
| Chadurmadangan | West | 2.86 km |
| Poolampatti | South-West | 3.44 km |
| Kilavikulam | South | 3.47 km |
| Therkutheru | East | 3.71 km |
| Thirukanai | South | 3.77 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Narasingampatti
Narasingampatti is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Silsiman, while the nearest airport is Tiruchirapally Civil Airport Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 74.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Narasingampatti is about 20 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 Narasingampatti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Narasingampatti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Narasingampatti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Narasingampatti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Narasingampatti
Where is Narasingampatti located?
Narasingampatti village is located in Melur Taluka, Madurai district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Narasingampatti?
Narasingampatti is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Narasingampatti?
The pincode of Narasingampatti is 625122.
What is the population of Narasingampatti?
Narasingampatti has a total population of 4,391, including 2,248 males and 2,143 females.
How many households are there in Narasingampatti?
There are 1,161 households in Narasingampatti.
What is the literacy rate in Narasingampatti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Narasingampatti is 72.42%. Male literacy is 78.07% and female literacy is 66.50%.