Navinipatti - Melur, Madurai
Navinipatti is a village situated in the Melur taluka of Madurai district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Melur and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Madurai. Navinipatti village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Navinipatti is 640521. The village covers a total geographical area of 1336.78 hectares and falls under the 625106 pincode. Melur is the nearest town.
Navinipatti 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 Navinipatti
According to the 2011 Census, Navinipatti village had a total population of 9,423 people, including 4,725 males and 4,698 females, living in 2,384 households. The sex ratio was 994 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.43%, with male literacy at 86.27% and female literacy at 68.60%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2,621.
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 | 9,423 | 4,725 | 4,698 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,067 | 551 | 516 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,621 | 1,340 | 1,281 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 6,470 | 3,601 | 2,869 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,953 | 1,124 | 1,829 |
Nearby Villages of Navinipatti
Navinipatti 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Melur | West | 2.54 km |
| Keelaiyur | North-East | 3.01 km |
| Sathamangalam | South-East | 3.05 km |
| Pudusukkampatti | North-West | 3.52 km |
| Vannanparaipatti | South-East | 3.53 km |
| Attukulam | South | 3.88 km |
| Thumbaipatti | North | 4.47 km |
| Thanaiyamangalam | East | 4.59 km |
| Surakkundu | West | 5.06 km |
| Padinettankudi | South-West | 5.44 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Navinipatti
Navinipatti is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sivaganga, while the nearest airport is Tiruchirapally Civil Airport Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 67.2 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 Navinipatti is about 35 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 Navinipatti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Navinipatti 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 Navinipatti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Navinipatti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Navinipatti
Where is Navinipatti located?
Navinipatti village is located in Melur Taluka, Madurai district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Navinipatti?
Navinipatti is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Navinipatti?
The pincode of Navinipatti is 625106.
What is the population of Navinipatti?
Navinipatti had a total population of 9,423, including 4,725 males and 4,698 females.
How many households are there in Navinipatti?
Navinipatti had 2,384 households.
What is the literacy rate in Navinipatti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Navinipatti was 77.43%. Male literacy was 86.27% and female literacy was 68.60%.