Surappatti - Melur, Madurai
Surappatti is a village situated in the Melur taluka of Madurai district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Melur and around 64 km from the district headquarters in Madurai. Soorapatti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Surappatti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Surappatti is 640481. The village covers a total geographical area of 322.3 hectares and falls under the 625103 pincode. Ponnampatti is the nearest town.
Surappatti 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 Surappatti
According to the 2011 Census, Surappatti village had a total population of 1,769 people, including 856 males and 913 females, living in 397 households. The sex ratio was 1,067 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.97%, with male literacy at 86.22% and female literacy at 62.48%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 200.
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 | 1,769 | 856 | 913 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 240 | 116 | 124 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 200 | 95 | 105 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,131 | 638 | 493 |
| Illiterate Population | 638 | 218 | 420 |
Nearby Villages of Surappatti
Surappatti 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pottapatti | South-West | 2.60 km |
| Piranpatti | East | 2.62 km |
| Chettikuruchi | North-East | 3.32 km |
| Thethur | North-West | 3.58 km |
| Sevandampatti | North | 3.99 km |
| Pallapatti | South | 4.35 km |
| Silambakkonepatti | South-East | 4.69 km |
| Tondilingapuram | South-West | 4.72 km |
| Lekkanayakanpatti | North-West | 5.16 km |
| Valaichcherippatti Hills | South | 5.72 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Surappatti
Surappatti 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 47.7 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 Surappatti is about 64 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 Surappatti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Surappatti 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 Surappatti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Surappatti 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Surappatti
Where is Surappatti located?
Surappatti village is located in Melur Taluka, Madurai district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Surappatti?
The Gram Panchayat of Surappatti is Soorapatti.
What is the pincode of Surappatti?
The pincode of Surappatti is 625103.
What is the population of Surappatti?
Surappatti had a total population of 1,769, including 856 males and 913 females.
How many households are there in Surappatti?
Surappatti had 397 households.
What is the literacy rate in Surappatti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Surappatti was 73.97%. Male literacy was 86.22% and female literacy was 62.48%.