Moolapallipatti - Rasipuram, Namakkal
Moolapallipatti is a village situated in the Rasipuram taluka of Namakkal district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rasipuram and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Namakkal. Moolapallipatti village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Moolapallipatti is 634496. The village covers a total geographical area of 717.32 hectares and falls under the 637406 pincode. Namagiripettai is the nearest town.
Moolapallipatti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rasipuram Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Namakkal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Moolapallipatti
As per Census 2011, Moolapallipatti village has a total population of 2,795 people, consisting of 1,448 males and 1,347 females. The village has 823 households and a sex ratio of 930 females per 1,000 males. There are 221 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,696 literate and 1,099 illiterate residents. Additionally, 639 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 627 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Moolapallipatti are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,795 | 1,448 | 1,347 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 221 | 116 | 105 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 639 | 340 | 299 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 627 | 326 | 301 |
| Literate Population | 1,696 | 983 | 713 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,099 | 465 | 634 |
Nearby Villages of Moolapallipatti
Moolapallipatti 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Namagiripettai | South-West | 2.97 km |
| Pudupatti R.f | North | 3.46 km |
| Karkoodalpatti Bit 1 | East | 5.86 km |
| Malaiyalapatti | North | 5.97 km |
| Pachagoundampatti | South-East | 6.34 km |
| Malayampatti | West | 6.36 km |
| Karungalpatti | North-East | 6.56 km |
| Vadugam | West | 6.91 km |
| Ayilpatti | North-East | 6.94 km |
| Molakkadu | South-East | 7.20 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Moolapallipatti
Moolapallipatti is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Minnampalli, while the nearest airport is Salem Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 31.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Namakkal to Moolapallipatti is about 40 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 Moolapallipatti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Moolapallipatti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Moolapallipatti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Moolapallipatti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Moolapallipatti
Where is Moolapallipatti located?
Moolapallipatti village is located in Rasipuram Taluka, Namakkal district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Moolapallipatti?
Moolapallipatti is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Moolapallipatti?
The pincode of Moolapallipatti is 637406.
What is the population of Moolapallipatti?
Moolapallipatti has a total population of 2,795, including 1,448 males and 1,347 females.
How many households are there in Moolapallipatti?
There are 823 households in Moolapallipatti.
What is the literacy rate in Moolapallipatti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Moolapallipatti is 60.68%. Male literacy is 67.89% and female literacy is 52.93%.