Adikaripatti - Peraiyur, Madurai
Adikaripatti is a village situated in the Peraiyur taluka of Madurai district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Peraiyur and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Madurai. Athikaripatti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Adikaripatti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Adikaripatti is 640858. The village covers a total geographical area of 938.5 hectares and falls under the 625527 pincode. Elumalai is the nearest town.
Adikaripatti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Usilampatti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Theni Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Adikaripatti
As per Census 2011, Adikaripatti village has a total population of 2,210 people, consisting of 1,122 males and 1,088 females. The village has 599 households and a sex ratio of 969 females per 1,000 males. There are 200 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,418 literate and 792 illiterate residents. Additionally, 209 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Adikaripatti are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,210 | 1,122 | 1,088 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 200 | 114 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 209 | 99 | 110 |
| Literate Population | 1,418 | 799 | 619 |
| Illiterate Population | 792 | 323 | 469 |
Nearby Villages of Adikaripatti
Adikaripatti 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Avalaseri | East | 2.21 km |
| Kethuvarpatti | South | 2.70 km |
| Thirumanickam | West | 2.82 km |
| Periyakattalai | North-East | 3.10 km |
| Jambalapuram | South-East | 3.13 km |
| Vannankulam | North | 3.42 km |
| Kudippatti | South-West | 4.28 km |
| Sedapatti | South-East | 4.50 km |
| Thummalapatti | North-East | 4.54 km |
| Chinnakattalai | East | 4.71 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Adikaripatti
Adikaripatti is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Tirumangalam, while the nearest airport is Tuticorin Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 95.2 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 Adikaripatti is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Adikaripatti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Adikaripatti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Adikaripatti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Adikaripatti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Adikaripatti
Where is Adikaripatti located?
Adikaripatti village is located in Peraiyur Taluka, Madurai district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Adikaripatti?
The Gram Panchayat of Adikaripatti is Athikaripatti.
What is the pincode of Adikaripatti?
The pincode of Adikaripatti is 625527.
What is the population of Adikaripatti?
Adikaripatti has a total population of 2,210, including 1,122 males and 1,088 females.
How many households are there in Adikaripatti?
There are 599 households in Adikaripatti.
What is the literacy rate in Adikaripatti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Adikaripatti is 64.16%. Male literacy is 71.21% and female literacy is 56.89%.