Alamarathupatti - Mettur, Salem
Alamarathupatti is a village situated in the Mettur taluka of Salem district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mettur and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Salem. Alamarathupatti village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Alamarathupatti is 633768. The village covers a total geographical area of 3456.2 hectares and falls under the 636303 pincode. Kolathur is the nearest town.
Alamarathupatti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mettur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dharmapuri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Alamarathupatti
As per Census 2011, Alamarathupatti village has a total population of 9,384 people, consisting of 4,800 males and 4,584 females. The village has 2,902 households and a sex ratio of 955 females per 1,000 males. There are 702 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,090 literate and 4,294 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,860 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,319 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Alamarathupatti are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,384 | 4,800 | 4,584 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 702 | 374 | 328 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,860 | 939 | 921 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,319 | 698 | 621 |
| Literate Population | 5,090 | 2,969 | 2,121 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,294 | 1,831 | 2,463 |
Nearby Villages of Alamarathupatti
Alamarathupatti 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kolathur | North-East | 4.88 km |
| Singiripatti | North | 5.22 km |
| Pachapalli (r.f.) | North-West | 5.29 km |
| Lakkampatti | North-West | 7.17 km |
| Komarayanur | South | 7.18 km |
| Kaveripuram North | North | 9.92 km |
| Palamalai | South | 10.30 km |
| Navappatti | South-East | 10.56 km |
| Mettur | South | 10.59 km |
| Pudur | South-West | 11.32 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Alamarathupatti
Alamarathupatti is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Metur Dam, while the nearest airport is Salem Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 28.2 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 Alamarathupatti is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Alamarathupatti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Alamarathupatti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Alamarathupatti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Alamarathupatti 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Alamarathupatti
Where is Alamarathupatti located?
Alamarathupatti village is located in Mettur Taluka, Salem district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Alamarathupatti?
Alamarathupatti is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Alamarathupatti?
The pincode of Alamarathupatti is 636303.
What is the population of Alamarathupatti?
Alamarathupatti has a total population of 9,384, including 4,800 males and 4,584 females.
How many households are there in Alamarathupatti?
There are 2,902 households in Alamarathupatti.
What is the literacy rate in Alamarathupatti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Alamarathupatti is 54.24%. Male literacy is 61.85% and female literacy is 46.27%.