Olaippady (West) Village - Kunnam, Perambalur
Olaippady (West) is a village situated in the Kunnam taluka of Perambalur district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kunnam and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Perambalur. Olaippadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Olaippady (West) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Olaippady (West) is 636239. The village covers a total geographical area of 1272.27 hectares and falls under the 621717 pincode. Labbaikudikadu is the nearest town.
Olaippady (West) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 (West)
As per Census 2011, Olaippady (West) village has a total population of 3,591 people, consisting of 1,847 males and 1,744 females. The village has 937 households and a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males. There are 441 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,164 literate and 1,427 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,210 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Olaippady (West) are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,591 | 1,847 | 1,744 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 441 | 244 | 197 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,210 | 620 | 590 |
| Literate Population | 2,164 | 1,277 | 887 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,427 | 570 | 857 |
Nearby Villages of Olaippady (West)
Olaippady (West) 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 (West)
Olaippady (West) 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Perambalur to Olaippady (West) 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 Olaippady (West)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Olaippady (West) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Olaippady (West)
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 (West) 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 Olaippady (West)
Where is Olaippady (West) located?
Olaippady (West) village is located in Kunnam Taluka, Perambalur district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Olaippady (West)?
The Gram Panchayat of Olaippady (West) is Olaippadi.
What is the pincode of Olaippady (West)?
The pincode of Olaippady (West) is 621717.
What is the population of Olaippady (West)?
Olaippady (West) has a total population of 3,591, including 1,847 males and 1,744 females.
How many households are there in Olaippady (West)?
There are 937 households in Olaippady (West).
What is the literacy rate in Olaippady (West)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Olaippady (West) is 60.26%. Male literacy is 69.14% and female literacy is 50.86%.