Padinettankudi - Melur, Madurai
Padinettankudi is a village situated in the Melur taluka of Madurai district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Melur and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Madurai. Pathinettankudi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Padinettankudi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Padinettankudi is 640535. The village covers a total geographical area of 869.04 hectares and falls under the 625106 pincode. Melur is the nearest town.
Padinettankudi 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 Padinettankudi
According to the 2011 Census, Padinettankudi village had a total population of 2,478 people, including 1,290 males and 1,188 females, living in 673 households. The sex ratio was 921 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.73%, with male literacy at 86.06% and female literacy at 64.98%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 504.
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 | 2,478 | 1,290 | 1,188 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 298 | 178 | 120 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 504 | 256 | 248 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,651 | 957 | 694 |
| Illiterate Population | 827 | 333 | 494 |
Nearby Villages of Padinettankudi
Padinettankudi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kottagudi | South-East | 2.37 km |
| Attukulam | North-East | 2.41 km |
| Valayankulam | South-West | 2.47 km |
| T.vellalapatti | West | 3.99 km |
| Melur | North | 4.13 km |
| Vannanparaipatti | North-East | 4.20 km |
| Nalukulam | South | 4.37 km |
| Surakkundu | North-West | 4.81 km |
| Therkutheru | West | 4.86 km |
| Arasappanpatti | South | 4.96 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Padinettankudi
Padinettankudi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Silsiman, while the nearest airport is Tiruchirapally Civil Airport Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 71.3 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 Padinettankudi 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 Padinettankudi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Padinettankudi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Padinettankudi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Padinettankudi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Padinettankudi
Where is Padinettankudi located?
Padinettankudi village is located in Melur Taluka, Madurai district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Padinettankudi?
The Gram Panchayat of Padinettankudi is Pathinettankudi.
What is the pincode of Padinettankudi?
The pincode of Padinettankudi is 625106.
What is the population of Padinettankudi?
Padinettankudi had a total population of 2,478, including 1,290 males and 1,188 females.
How many households are there in Padinettankudi?
Padinettankudi had 673 households.
What is the literacy rate in Padinettankudi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Padinettankudi was 75.73%. Male literacy was 86.06% and female literacy was 64.98%.