Olayampudur - Sirkali, Mayiladuthurai
Olayampudur is a village situated in the Sirkali taluka of Mayiladuthurai district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 10 km from Sirkali and around 86 km from Nagapattinam. Olaiyanputhur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Olayampudur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Olayampudur is 637395. The village covers a total geographical area of 301.28 hectares and falls under the 609116 pincode. Sirkali is the nearest town.
Olayampudur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sirkazhi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayiladuthurai Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Olayampudur
According to the 2011 Census, Olayampudur village had a total population of 1,436 people, including 722 males and 714 females, living in 344 households. The sex ratio was 989 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.94%, with male literacy at 89.07% and female literacy at 76.76%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 690.
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 | 1,436 | 722 | 714 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 123 | 63 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 690 | 349 | 341 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,089 | 587 | 502 |
| Illiterate Population | 347 | 135 | 212 |
Nearby Villages of Olayampudur
Olayampudur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Olayampudur
Public transport in the Olayampudur is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Olayampudur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Nagapattinam to Olayampudur is about 86 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Olayampudur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Olayampudur 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 Olayampudur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Olayampudur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Olayampudur
Where is Olayampudur located?
Olayampudur village is located in Sirkali Taluka, Mayiladuthurai district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Olayampudur?
The Gram Panchayat of Olayampudur is Olaiyanputhur.
What is the pincode of Olayampudur?
The pincode of Olayampudur is 609116.
What is the population of Olayampudur?
Olayampudur had a total population of 1,436, including 722 males and 714 females.
How many households are there in Olayampudur?
Olayampudur had 344 households.
What is the literacy rate in Olayampudur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Olayampudur was 82.94%. Male literacy was 89.07% and female literacy was 76.76%.