Singiripatti - Mettur, Salem
Singiripatti is a village situated in the Mettur taluka of Salem district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mettur and around 67 km from the district headquarters in Salem. Singiripatti village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Singiripatti is 633755. The village covers a total geographical area of 1636.4 hectares and falls under the 636303 pincode. Kolathur is the nearest town.
Singiripatti 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 Singiripatti
As per Census 2011, Singiripatti village has a total population of 3,834 people, consisting of 1,948 males and 1,886 females. The village has 1,129 households and a sex ratio of 968 females per 1,000 males. There are 356 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,033 literate and 1,801 illiterate residents. Additionally, 817 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 54 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Singiripatti are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,834 | 1,948 | 1,886 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 356 | 171 | 185 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 817 | 405 | 412 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 54 | 29 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 2,033 | 1,210 | 823 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,801 | 738 | 1,063 |
Nearby Villages of Singiripatti
Singiripatti 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 | South-East | 3.26 km |
| Kaveripuram North | North | 4.90 km |
| Alamarathupatti | South | 5.22 km |
| Pachapalli (r.f.) | West | 5.27 km |
| Lakkampatti | West | 7.27 km |
| Nagamarai | North-East | 10.55 km |
| Badrahalli | North-East | 10.86 km |
| Solapadi R.f. | East | 11.40 km |
| Komarayanur | South | 12.34 km |
| Navappatti | South | 14.66 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Singiripatti
Singiripatti 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Salem to Singiripatti is about 67 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 Singiripatti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Singiripatti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Singiripatti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Singiripatti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Singiripatti
Where is Singiripatti located?
Singiripatti village is located in Mettur Taluka, Salem district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Singiripatti?
Singiripatti is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Singiripatti?
The pincode of Singiripatti is 636303.
What is the population of Singiripatti?
Singiripatti has a total population of 3,834, including 1,948 males and 1,886 females.
How many households are there in Singiripatti?
There are 1,129 households in Singiripatti.
What is the literacy rate in Singiripatti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Singiripatti is 53.03%. Male literacy is 62.11% and female literacy is 43.64%.