Orivayal - Kadaladi, Ramanathapuram
Orivayal is a village situated in the Kadaladi taluka of Ramanathapuram district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kadaladi and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Ramanathapuram. Orivayal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Orivayal is 642065. The village covers a total geographical area of 1142.58 hectares and falls under the 623703 pincode. Sayalkudi is the nearest town.
Orivayal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mudhukulathur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ramanathapuram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Orivayal
According to the 2011 Census, Orivayal village had a total population of 2,006 people, including 1,049 males and 957 females, living in 495 households. The sex ratio was 912 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.81%, with male literacy at 75.29% and female literacy at 53.36%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 415.
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 | 2,006 | 1,049 | 957 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 170 | 90 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 415 | 209 | 206 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,190 | 722 | 468 |
| Illiterate Population | 816 | 327 | 489 |
Nearby Villages of Orivayal
Orivayal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Keelaselvanur | South-East | 3.04 km |
| Marandai | North | 3.09 km |
| Meenangudi | South-West | 3.95 km |
| Melaselvanur | South | 4.70 km |
| Sendaneri | North | 4.83 km |
| Melachirupodhu | North-East | 4.98 km |
| A.punavasal | North-West | 5.10 km |
| Keerandai | East | 5.26 km |
| Melakidaram | South-East | 6.59 km |
| Kadaladi | West | 7.19 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Orivayal
Public transport in the Orivayal is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sattirakkudi, while the nearest airport is Tuticorin Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 61.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Ramanathapuram to Orivayal is about 35 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 Orivayal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Orivayal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Orivayal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Orivayal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Orivayal
Where is Orivayal located?
Orivayal village is located in Kadaladi Taluka, Ramanathapuram district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Orivayal?
Orivayal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Orivayal?
The pincode of Orivayal is 623703.
What is the population of Orivayal?
Orivayal had a total population of 2,006, including 1,049 males and 957 females.
How many households are there in Orivayal?
Orivayal had 495 households.
What is the literacy rate in Orivayal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Orivayal was 64.81%. Male literacy was 75.29% and female literacy was 53.36%.