Melapidariseri - Ilayangudi, Sivaganga
Melapidariseri is a village situated in the Ilayangudi taluka of Sivaganga district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ilayangudi and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Sivaganga. Kurichi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Melapidariseri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Melapidariseri is 640477. The village covers a total geographical area of 81.48 hectares and falls under the 630709 pincode. Paramakudi is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Melapidariseri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manamadurai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sivaganga Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Nearby Villages of Melapidariseri
Melapidariseri 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Katchathanallur | South | 0.74 km |
| Kurichi | North-West | 1.48 km |
| Munaivendri | North-East | 2.88 km |
| Keelanettur | North | 3.22 km |
| Poduvakudi | South | 3.68 km |
| Melanettur | North | 3.69 km |
| Kumarakurichi | East | 3.91 km |
| Pottadi Alangulam | North-West | 3.98 km |
| Kamutnakudi | South-West | 4.14 km |
| T.pudukottai | North-West | 4.33 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Melapidariseri
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Melapidariseri. The nearest railway station is Sudiyur, while the nearest airport is Tuticorin Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 83.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Paramakudi to Melapidariseri is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sivaganga to Melapidariseri 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 Melapidariseri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Melapidariseri 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 Melapidariseri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Melapidariseri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Melapidariseri
Where is Melapidariseri located?
Melapidariseri village is located in Ilayangudi Taluka, Sivaganga district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Melapidariseri?
The Gram Panchayat of Melapidariseri is Kurichi.
What is the pincode of Melapidariseri?
The pincode of Melapidariseri is 630709.