Uranganpatti - Melur, Madurai
Uranganpatti is a village situated in the Melur taluka of Madurai district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Melur and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Madurai. Uranganpatti village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Uranganpatti is 640539. The village covers a total geographical area of 1575.96 hectares and falls under the 625109 pincode. Melur is the nearest town.
Uranganpatti 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 Uranganpatti
As per Census 2011, Uranganpatti village has a total population of 7,589 people, consisting of 3,825 males and 3,764 females. The village has 2,027 households and a sex ratio of 984 females per 1,000 males. There are 844 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,609 literate and 1,980 illiterate residents. Additionally, 721 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Uranganpatti are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,589 | 3,825 | 3,764 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 844 | 488 | 356 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 721 | 374 | 347 |
| Literate Population | 5,609 | 3,059 | 2,550 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,980 | 766 | 1,214 |
Nearby Villages of Uranganpatti
Uranganpatti 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Alagamanagari | East | 3.31 km |
| Kurichipatti | South | 3.66 km |
| Kattanipatti | North-East | 3.79 km |
| Kallarathinipatti | South-East | 3.97 km |
| Vellalur | West | 4.05 km |
| Saruguvalayapatti | North-West | 4.26 km |
| Jeyankondanilai | North | 4.49 km |
| Thanaiyamangalam | West | 4.49 km |
| Tirumalai | South-East | 4.66 km |
| Mallakottai | North-East | 4.91 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Uranganpatti
Uranganpatti is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Nattrasankottai, while the nearest airport is Tiruchirapally Civil Airport Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 67.0 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 Uranganpatti is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Uranganpatti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Uranganpatti 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 Uranganpatti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Uranganpatti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Uranganpatti
Where is Uranganpatti located?
Uranganpatti village is located in Melur Taluka, Madurai district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Uranganpatti?
Uranganpatti is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Uranganpatti?
The pincode of Uranganpatti is 625109.
What is the population of Uranganpatti?
Uranganpatti has a total population of 7,589, including 3,825 males and 3,764 females.
How many households are there in Uranganpatti?
There are 2,027 households in Uranganpatti.
What is the literacy rate in Uranganpatti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Uranganpatti is 73.91%. Male literacy is 79.97% and female literacy is 67.75%.