Olaipatti - Mettur, Salem
Olaipatti is a village situated in the Mettur taluka of Salem district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mettur and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Salem. Olaipatti village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Olaipatti is 633784. The village covers a total geographical area of 967.98 hectares and falls under the 636503 pincode. Mecheri is the nearest town.
Olaipatti 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 Olaipatti
As per Census 2011, Olaipatti village has a total population of 10,083 people, consisting of 5,230 males and 4,853 females. The village has 2,532 households and a sex ratio of 927 females per 1,000 males. There are 981 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 6,209 literate and 3,874 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,838 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Olaipatti are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 10,083 | 5,230 | 4,853 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 981 | 500 | 481 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,838 | 1,469 | 1,369 |
| Literate Population | 6,209 | 3,609 | 2,600 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,874 | 1,621 | 2,253 |
Nearby Villages of Olaipatti
Olaipatti 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kattaperiyampatti | South-East | 1.94 km |
| Chinnasattappadi | North-West | 2.13 km |
| Manathal Nallakavundampatti | West | 2.32 km |
| Umbilikamaramangalam | South | 2.53 km |
| T.maramangalam | South-West | 2.55 km |
| Panjakalipatti | South-East | 2.64 km |
| Periyasattappadi | North-West | 3.16 km |
| Aranganur | North | 3.22 km |
| Semmandapatti | North-East | 3.48 km |
| Tholasampatti | South-West | 3.78 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Olaipatti
Public transport in the Olaipatti is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Tolasampatti, while the nearest airport is Salem Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 6.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Salem to Olaipatti is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Olaipatti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Olaipatti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Olaipatti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Olaipatti 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 Olaipatti
Where is Olaipatti located?
Olaipatti village is located in Mettur Taluka, Salem district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Olaipatti?
Olaipatti is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Olaipatti?
The pincode of Olaipatti is 636503.
What is the population of Olaipatti?
Olaipatti has a total population of 10,083, including 5,230 males and 4,853 females.
How many households are there in Olaipatti?
There are 2,532 households in Olaipatti.
What is the literacy rate in Olaipatti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Olaipatti is 61.58%. Male literacy is 69.01% and female literacy is 53.58%.