Muthunaickenpatti - Omalur, Salem
Muthunaickenpatti is a village situated in the Omalur taluka of Salem district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Omalur and around 16 km from the district headquarters in Salem. Muthunaikenpatti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Muthunaickenpatti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Muthunaickenpatti is 633873. The village covers a total geographical area of 1167.7 hectares and falls under the 636304 pincode. Omalur is the nearest town.
Muthunaickenpatti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Salem (west) Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Salem Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Muthunaickenpatti
According to the 2011 Census, Muthunaickenpatti village had a total population of 13,192 people, including 6,976 males and 6,216 females, living in 3,473 households. The sex ratio was 891 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.44%, with male literacy at 72.60% and female literacy at 55.28%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,246.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 13,192 | 6,976 | 6,216 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,321 | 695 | 626 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,246 | 679 | 567 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 7,650 | 4,560 | 3,090 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,542 | 2,416 | 3,126 |
Nearby Villages of Muthunaickenpatti
Muthunaickenpatti 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Karukkalvadi (ct) | South | 2.42 km |
| Keeraipappambadi | South-East | 3.05 km |
| T.konagapadi | South-West | 3.06 km |
| Alagusamudram | South | 3.85 km |
| Chellapillaikuttai | East | 3.96 km |
| Pachanampatti | North | 4.37 km |
| Pagalpatti | East | 4.42 km |
| Maramangalathupatti (ct) | South-East | 4.68 km |
| Periyerippatti | North-West | 4.73 km |
| Kurukkapatti | West | 4.91 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Muthunaickenpatti
Muthunaickenpatti is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Omalur, while the nearest airport is Salem Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 7.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Salem to Muthunaickenpatti is about 16 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 Muthunaickenpatti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Muthunaickenpatti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Muthunaickenpatti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Muthunaickenpatti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Muthunaickenpatti
Where is Muthunaickenpatti located?
Muthunaickenpatti village is located in Omalur Taluka, Salem district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Muthunaickenpatti?
The Gram Panchayat of Muthunaickenpatti is Muthunaikenpatti.
What is the pincode of Muthunaickenpatti?
The pincode of Muthunaickenpatti is 636304.
What is the population of Muthunaickenpatti?
Muthunaickenpatti had a total population of 13,192, including 6,976 males and 6,216 females.
How many households are there in Muthunaickenpatti?
Muthunaickenpatti had 3,473 households.
What is the literacy rate in Muthunaickenpatti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Muthunaickenpatti was 64.44%. Male literacy was 72.60% and female literacy was 55.28%.