Olaippady (East) - Kunnam, Perambalur
Olaippady (East) is a village situated in the Kunnam taluka of Perambalur district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kunnam and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Perambalur. Olaippadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Olaippady (East) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Olaippady (East) is 636240. The village covers a total geographical area of 1245.49 hectares and falls under the 621717 pincode. Tittakudi is the nearest town.
Olaippady (East) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kunnam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chidambaram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Olaippady (East)
According to the 2011 Census, Olaippady (East) village had a total population of 4,350 people, including 2,094 males and 2,256 females, living in 1,179 households. The sex ratio was 1,077 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.34%, with male literacy at 77.29% and female literacy at 54.69%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,516.
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 | 4,350 | 2,094 | 2,256 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 521 | 289 | 232 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,516 | 749 | 767 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,502 | 1,395 | 1,107 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,848 | 699 | 1,149 |
Nearby Villages of Olaippady (East)
Olaippady (East) 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 Olaippady (East)
Olaippady (East) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Perambalur to Olaippady (East) 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 Olaippady (East)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Olaippady (East) 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 Olaippady (East)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Olaippady (East) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Olaippady (East)
Where is Olaippady (East) located?
Olaippady (East) village is located in Kunnam Taluka, Perambalur district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Olaippady (East)?
The Gram Panchayat of Olaippady (East) is Olaippadi.
What is the pincode of Olaippady (East)?
The pincode of Olaippady (East) is 621717.
What is the population of Olaippady (East)?
Olaippady (East) had a total population of 4,350, including 2,094 males and 2,256 females.
How many households are there in Olaippady (East)?
Olaippady (East) had 1,179 households.
What is the literacy rate in Olaippady (East)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Olaippady (East) was 65.34%. Male literacy was 77.29% and female literacy was 54.69%.