Lakkampatti - Mettur, Salem
Lakkampatti is a village situated in the Mettur taluka of Salem district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mettur and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Salem. Lakkampatti village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lakkampatti is 633769. The village covers a total geographical area of 1537.6 hectares and falls under the 636303 pincode. Kolathur is the nearest town.
Lakkampatti 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 Lakkampatti
As per Census 2011, Lakkampatti village has a total population of 6,340 people, consisting of 3,245 males and 3,095 females. The village has 1,802 households and a sex ratio of 953 females per 1,000 males. There are 540 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,356 literate and 2,984 illiterate residents. Additionally, 811 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 854 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lakkampatti are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,340 | 3,245 | 3,095 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 540 | 286 | 254 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 811 | 399 | 412 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 854 | 436 | 418 |
| Literate Population | 3,356 | 1,993 | 1,363 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,984 | 1,252 | 1,732 |
Nearby Villages of Lakkampatti
Lakkampatti 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pachapalli (r.f.) | East | 2.14 km |
| Alamarathupatti | South-East | 7.17 km |
| Singiripatti | East | 7.27 km |
| Kaveripuram North | North-East | 8.70 km |
| Kolathur | East | 9.80 km |
| Komarayanur | South | 10.86 km |
| Pudur | South | 14.16 km |
| Palamalai | South-East | 15.85 km |
| Mettur | South-East | 16.20 km |
| Nagamarai | North-East | 16.25 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lakkampatti
Lakkampatti 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 33.2 km.
| 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 Salem to Lakkampatti is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lakkampatti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lakkampatti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Lakkampatti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lakkampatti 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lakkampatti
Where is Lakkampatti located?
Lakkampatti village is located in Mettur Taluka, Salem district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lakkampatti?
Lakkampatti is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lakkampatti?
The pincode of Lakkampatti is 636303.
What is the population of Lakkampatti?
Lakkampatti has a total population of 6,340, including 3,245 males and 3,095 females.
How many households are there in Lakkampatti?
There are 1,802 households in Lakkampatti.
What is the literacy rate in Lakkampatti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lakkampatti is 52.93%. Male literacy is 61.42% and female literacy is 44.04%.