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
According to the 2011 Census, Adikaripatti village had a total population of 2,210 people, including 1,122 males and 1,088 females, living in 599 households. The sex ratio was 970 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.55%, with male literacy at 79.27% and female literacy at 61.78%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 209.
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 | 2,210 | 1,122 | 1,088 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 200 | 114 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 209 | 99 | 110 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 2,210, including 1,122 males and 1,088 females.
How many households are there in Adikaripatti?
Adikaripatti had 599 households.
What is the literacy rate in Adikaripatti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Adikaripatti was 70.55%. Male literacy was 79.27% and female literacy was 61.78%.