Thoppapatti - Rasipuram, Namakkal
Thoppapatti is a village situated in the Rasipuram taluka of Namakkal district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rasipuram and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Namakkal. Thoppapatti village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thoppapatti is 634556. The village covers a total geographical area of 622.4 hectares and falls under the 637406 pincode. Namagiripettai is the nearest town.
Thoppapatti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Senthamangalam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Namakkal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Thoppapatti
As per Census 2011, Thoppapatti village has a total population of 2,131 people, consisting of 1,103 males and 1,028 females. The village has 557 households and a sex ratio of 932 females per 1,000 males. There are 185 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,335 literate and 796 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,118 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 13 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Thoppapatti are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,131 | 1,103 | 1,028 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 185 | 86 | 99 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,118 | 552 | 566 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 12 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,335 | 775 | 560 |
| Illiterate Population | 796 | 328 | 468 |
Nearby Villages of Thoppapatti
Thoppapatti 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chinnakkapalayam | South-West | 1.13 km |
| O.jedarpalayam | North | 1.63 km |
| Tho. Jadarpalayam | East | 2.03 km |
| Kalkurchi | South-East | 2.64 km |
| Molapalayam | South-West | 2.89 km |
| Ichchampatti | East | 3.22 km |
| Singalandapuram | West | 3.39 km |
| Valayappatti Ichchampatti | South-East | 3.59 km |
| Pallipatti | South-East | 3.75 km |
| Tho. Pachudaiampalayam | East | 4.11 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Thoppapatti
Thoppapatti is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Neykkarapatti, while the nearest airport is Salem Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 34.0 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 Thoppapatti is about 30 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 Thoppapatti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thoppapatti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Thoppapatti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thoppapatti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Thoppapatti
Where is Thoppapatti located?
Thoppapatti village is located in Rasipuram Taluka, Namakkal district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thoppapatti?
Thoppapatti is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Thoppapatti?
The pincode of Thoppapatti is 637406.
What is the population of Thoppapatti?
Thoppapatti has a total population of 2,131, including 1,103 males and 1,028 females.
How many households are there in Thoppapatti?
There are 557 households in Thoppapatti.
What is the literacy rate in Thoppapatti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thoppapatti is 62.65%. Male literacy is 70.26% and female literacy is 54.47%.