Edayathi South - Thiruvonam, Thanjavur
Edayathi South is a village situated in the Thiruvonam taluka of Thanjavur district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 17 km from Pattukkottai and around 70 km from Thanjavur. Edaiyathi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Edayathi South village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Edayathi South is 639029. The village covers a total geographical area of 518.44 hectares and falls under the 614628 pincode. Pattukkottai is the nearest town.
Edayathi South village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Peravurani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Thanjavur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Edayathi South
According to the 2011 Census, Edayathi South village had a total population of 561 people, including 279 males and 282 females, living in 146 households. The sex ratio was 1,011 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.57%, with male literacy at 80.00% and female literacy at 63.35%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 520.
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 | 561 | 279 | 282 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 34 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 520 | 261 | 259 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 355 | 196 | 159 |
| Illiterate Population | 206 | 83 | 123 |
Nearby Villages of Edayathi South
Edayathi South 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Vattathikkottai U.bimapuram | East | 2.08 km |
| Krishnapuram | North | 2.41 km |
| Vattathikkottai Kollukkadu | East | 2.59 km |
| Eachanviduthy | West | 2.70 km |
| Seruvaviduthi Vadapathi | South | 3.26 km |
| Neiveli Tenpathy | North-West | 3.48 km |
| Kurumbivayal | West | 3.57 km |
| Madathikkadu | South-East | 4.08 km |
| Senniaviduthy | North | 4.25 km |
| Neivelivadapathy | North-West | 4.37 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Edayathi South
Edayathi South is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Atirampattinam, while the nearest airport is Tiruchirapally Civil Airport Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 48.6 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 Thanjavur to Edayathi South is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Edayathi South
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Edayathi South 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 Edayathi South
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Edayathi South village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Edayathi South
Where is Edayathi South located?
Edayathi South village is located in Thiruvonam Taluka, Thanjavur district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Edayathi South?
The Gram Panchayat of Edayathi South is Edaiyathi.
What is the pincode of Edayathi South?
The pincode of Edayathi South is 614628.
What is the population of Edayathi South?
Edayathi South had a total population of 561, including 279 males and 282 females.
How many households are there in Edayathi South?
Edayathi South had 146 households.
What is the literacy rate in Edayathi South?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Edayathi South was 71.57%. Male literacy was 80.00% and female literacy was 63.35%.