Puchampatti - Sankari, Salem
Puchampatti is a village situated in the Sankari taluka of Salem district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sankari and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Salem. Sungudivaradhampatti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Puchampatti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Puchampatti is 633936. The village covers a total geographical area of 106.42 hectares and falls under the 637302 pincode. Sankari is the nearest town.
Puchampatti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sankari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Namakkal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Puchampatti
According to the 2011 Census, Puchampatti village had a total population of 210 people, including 110 males and 100 females, living in 58 households. The sex ratio was 909 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.13%, with male literacy at 88.46% and female literacy at 60.22%.
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 | 210 | 110 | 100 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 6 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 148 | 92 | 56 |
| Illiterate Population | 62 | 18 | 44 |
Nearby Villages of Puchampatti
Puchampatti is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Puchampatti
Puchampatti is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Puchampatti.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Puchampatti is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Puchampatti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Puchampatti 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Puchampatti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Puchampatti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Puchampatti
Where is Puchampatti located?
Puchampatti village is located in Sankari Taluka, Salem district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Puchampatti?
The Gram Panchayat of Puchampatti is Sungudivaradhampatti.
What is the pincode of Puchampatti?
The pincode of Puchampatti is 637302.
What is the population of Puchampatti?
Puchampatti had a total population of 210, including 110 males and 100 females.
How many households are there in Puchampatti?
Puchampatti had 58 households.
What is the literacy rate in Puchampatti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Puchampatti was 75.13%. Male literacy was 88.46% and female literacy was 60.22%.