M.Kunnathur - Paramathi-Velur, Namakkal
M.Kunnathur is a village situated in the Paramathi-Velur taluka of Namakkal district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Paramathi Velur and around 34 km from the district headquarters in Namakkal. Pilikkalpalayam serves as the Gram Panchayat for M.Kunnathur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of M.Kunnathur is 634758. The village covers a total geographical area of 643.82 hectares and falls under the 637213 pincode. Vengarai is the nearest town.
M.Kunnathur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Paramathi-velur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Namakkal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of M.Kunnathur
As per Census 2011, M.Kunnathur village has a total population of 1,710 people, consisting of 852 males and 858 females. The village has 502 households and a sex ratio of 1,007 females per 1,000 males. There are 123 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,102 literate and 608 illiterate residents. Additionally, 260 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for M.Kunnathur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,710 | 852 | 858 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 123 | 69 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 260 | 135 | 125 |
| Literate Population | 1,102 | 627 | 475 |
| Illiterate Population | 608 | 225 | 383 |
Nearby Villages of M.Kunnathur
M.Kunnathur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pillikalpalayam | North | 1.92 km |
| Agrahara Bommalapalayam | South-East | 2.28 km |
| Selur | East | 2.80 km |
| Chennasamudram | South | 2.84 km |
| Kodumudi | South-West | 3.11 km |
| Nagamanaickenpalayam | South-East | 3.14 km |
| Anangur | North | 3.51 km |
| Avudayaparai | South-East | 3.76 km |
| S.kondalam | East | 4.98 km |
| Agrahara Kondalam | East | 5.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of M.Kunnathur
M.Kunnathur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kodumudi, while the nearest airport is Salem Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 60.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Namakkal to M.Kunnathur is about 34 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in M.Kunnathur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for M.Kunnathur 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 M.Kunnathur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving M.Kunnathur 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 M.Kunnathur
Where is M.Kunnathur located?
M.Kunnathur village is located in Paramathi-Velur Taluka, Namakkal district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of M.Kunnathur?
The Gram Panchayat of M.Kunnathur is Pilikkalpalayam.
What is the pincode of M.Kunnathur?
The pincode of M.Kunnathur is 637213.
What is the population of M.Kunnathur?
M.Kunnathur has a total population of 1,710, including 852 males and 858 females.
How many households are there in M.Kunnathur?
There are 502 households in M.Kunnathur.
What is the literacy rate in M.Kunnathur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of M.Kunnathur is 64.44%. Male literacy is 73.59% and female literacy is 55.36%.