Maniekanatham - Paramathi-Velur, Namakkal
Maniekanatham is a village situated in the Paramathi-Velur taluka of Namakkal district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Paramathi Velur and around 17 km from the district headquarters in Namakkal. Manickanatham serves as the Gram Panchayat for Maniekanatham village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Maniekanatham is 634744. The village covers a total geographical area of 742.11 hectares and falls under the 637207 pincode. Paramathi is the nearest town.
Maniekanatham 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 Maniekanatham
As per Census 2011, Maniekanatham village has a total population of 1,823 people, consisting of 928 males and 895 females. The village has 547 households and a sex ratio of 964 females per 1,000 males. There are 164 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,157 literate and 666 illiterate residents. Additionally, 240 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 9 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Maniekanatham are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,823 | 928 | 895 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 164 | 99 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 240 | 121 | 119 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 1,157 | 678 | 479 |
| Illiterate Population | 666 | 250 | 416 |
Nearby Villages of Maniekanatham
Maniekanatham 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Irukkur | South-West | 2.50 km |
| Viranampalayam | South | 2.74 km |
| Paramathi | East | 3.25 km |
| Nadandai | North-West | 4.14 km |
| Kabilakkurichi | West | 4.30 km |
| Pothanur | South | 4.74 km |
| Gopanampalayam | South-West | 5.19 km |
| Pillur | North-East | 5.23 km |
| Idumbankulam | South-East | 6.11 km |
| Sirapalli | North-West | 6.18 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Maniekanatham
Maniekanatham is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Pugalur, while the nearest airport is Salem Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 52.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Namakkal to Maniekanatham is about 17 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Maniekanatham
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Maniekanatham 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Maniekanatham
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Maniekanatham village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Maniekanatham
Where is Maniekanatham located?
Maniekanatham village is located in Paramathi-Velur Taluka, Namakkal district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Maniekanatham?
The Gram Panchayat of Maniekanatham is Manickanatham.
What is the pincode of Maniekanatham?
The pincode of Maniekanatham is 637207.
What is the population of Maniekanatham?
Maniekanatham has a total population of 1,823, including 928 males and 895 females.
How many households are there in Maniekanatham?
There are 547 households in Maniekanatham.
What is the literacy rate in Maniekanatham?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Maniekanatham is 63.47%. Male literacy is 73.06% and female literacy is 53.52%.