Echampatty Village - Attur, Salem
Echampatty is a village situated in the Attur taluka of Salem district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Attur and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Salem. Eachampatty serves as the Gram Panchayat for Echampatty village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Echampatty is 634285. The village covers a total geographical area of 632.54 hectares and falls under the 636107 pincode. Narasinga Puram is the nearest town.
Echampatty village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Attur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kallakurichi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Echampatty
As per Census 2011, Echampatty village has a total population of 2,353 people, consisting of 1,212 males and 1,141 females. The village has 610 households and a sex ratio of 941 females per 1,000 males. There are 230 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,660 literate and 693 illiterate residents. Additionally, 452 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Echampatty are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,353 | 1,212 | 1,141 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 230 | 113 | 117 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 452 | 228 | 224 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 4 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,660 | 959 | 701 |
| Illiterate Population | 693 | 253 | 440 |
Nearby Villages of Echampatty
Echampatty 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Seeliampatty | West | 2.04 km |
| Thandavarayapuram | North-East | 2.23 km |
| Chockkanathapuram | North | 2.77 km |
| Akkichettipalayam | North | 4.41 km |
| Palaniyapuri | North | 4.60 km |
| Narasingapuram | North-East | 4.71 km |
| Alagapuram | North | 5.88 km |
| Jarikothambadi | North | 5.89 km |
| Malliakkarai | West | 5.98 km |
| Attavanai Kothambadi | North | 6.39 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Echampatty
Echampatty is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Attur, while the nearest airport is Salem Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 43.1 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 Salem to Echampatty is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Echampatty
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Echampatty village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Echampatty
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Echampatty village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Echampatty
Where is Echampatty located?
Echampatty village is located in Attur Taluka, Salem district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Echampatty?
The Gram Panchayat of Echampatty is Eachampatty.
What is the pincode of Echampatty?
The pincode of Echampatty is 636107.
What is the population of Echampatty?
Echampatty has a total population of 2,353, including 1,212 males and 1,141 females.
How many households are there in Echampatty?
There are 610 households in Echampatty.
What is the literacy rate in Echampatty?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Echampatty is 70.55%. Male literacy is 79.13% and female literacy is 61.44%.