Pottapatti - Melur, Madurai
Pottapatti is a village situated in the Melur taluka of Madurai district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Melur and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Madurai. Pottapatti village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pottapatti is 640482. The village covers a total geographical area of 1033.27 hectares and falls under the 625103 pincode. Ponnampatti is the nearest town.
Pottapatti 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 Pottapatti
As per Census 2011, Pottapatti village has a total population of 3,382 people, consisting of 1,640 males and 1,742 females. The village has 862 households and a sex ratio of 1,062 females per 1,000 males. There are 341 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,166 literate and 1,216 illiterate residents. Additionally, 415 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pottapatti are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,382 | 1,640 | 1,742 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 341 | 178 | 163 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 415 | 217 | 198 |
| Literate Population | 2,166 | 1,242 | 924 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,216 | 398 | 818 |
Nearby Villages of Pottapatti
Pottapatti 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tondilingapuram | South-West | 2.12 km |
| Surappatti | North-East | 2.60 km |
| Pallapatti | South-East | 3.43 km |
| Karumalai R.f. | South-West | 3.48 km |
| Valaichcherippatti Hills | South | 3.71 km |
| Thethur | North | 3.98 km |
| Chokkampatti | South | 4.65 km |
| Piranpatti | North-East | 4.87 km |
| Silambakkonepatti | East | 5.13 km |
| Valaichcherippatti | South | 5.81 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pottapatti
Pottapatti is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Valyampatti, while the nearest airport is Tiruchirapally Civil Airport Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 49.6 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 Pottapatti is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pottapatti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pottapatti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Pottapatti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pottapatti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Pottapatti
Where is Pottapatti located?
Pottapatti village is located in Melur Taluka, Madurai district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pottapatti?
Pottapatti is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pottapatti?
The pincode of Pottapatti is 625103.
What is the population of Pottapatti?
Pottapatti has a total population of 3,382, including 1,640 males and 1,742 females.
How many households are there in Pottapatti?
There are 862 households in Pottapatti.
What is the literacy rate in Pottapatti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pottapatti is 64.04%. Male literacy is 75.73% and female literacy is 53.04%.