Silambakkonepatti - Melur, Madurai
Silambakkonepatti 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 62 km from the district headquarters in Madurai. Pallapatti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Silambakkonepatti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Silambakkonepatti is 640485. The village covers a total geographical area of 627.86 hectares and falls under the 625103 pincode. Singampunari is the nearest town.
Silambakkonepatti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President 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 Silambakkonepatti
According to the 2011 Census, Silambakkonepatti village had a total population of 560 people, including 286 males and 274 females, living in 129 households. The sex ratio was 958 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.51%, with male literacy at 65.35% and female literacy at 47.35%.
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 | 560 | 286 | 274 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 32 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 282 | 166 | 116 |
| Illiterate Population | 278 | 120 | 158 |
Nearby Villages of Silambakkonepatti
Silambakkonepatti 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Melapatti | South | 2.52 km |
| Pallapatti | West | 2.52 km |
| Melavannariruppu | East | 2.86 km |
| Piranpatti | North | 3.76 km |
| Kirungakottai | South | 4.52 km |
| Surappatti | North-West | 4.69 km |
| Valaichcherippatti Hills | South-West | 4.82 km |
| Kottampatti | South-West | 4.86 km |
| Pottapatti | West | 5.13 km |
| Chettikuruchi | North | 5.74 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Silambakkonepatti
Silambakkonepatti 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 48.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Madurai to Silambakkonepatti is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Silambakkonepatti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Silambakkonepatti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Silambakkonepatti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Silambakkonepatti 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 Silambakkonepatti
Where is Silambakkonepatti located?
Silambakkonepatti village is located in Melur Taluka, Madurai district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Silambakkonepatti?
The Gram Panchayat of Silambakkonepatti is Pallapatti.
What is the pincode of Silambakkonepatti?
The pincode of Silambakkonepatti is 625103.
What is the population of Silambakkonepatti?
Silambakkonepatti had a total population of 560, including 286 males and 274 females.
How many households are there in Silambakkonepatti?
Silambakkonepatti had 129 households.
What is the literacy rate in Silambakkonepatti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Silambakkonepatti was 56.51%. Male literacy was 65.35% and female literacy was 47.35%.