Silvarpatty - Periyakulam, Theni
Silvarpatty is a village situated in the Periyakulam taluka of Theni district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Periyakulam and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Theni Allinagaram. Silvarpatti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Silvarpatty village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Silvarpatty is 641089. The village covers a total geographical area of 752.45 hectares and falls under the 625602 pincode. Devadhanapatti is the nearest town.
Silvarpatty village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Periyakulam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Theni Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Silvarpatty
As per Census 2011, Silvarpatty village has a total population of 6,630 people, consisting of 3,378 males and 3,252 females. The village has 1,784 households and a sex ratio of 962 females per 1,000 males. There are 711 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,435 literate and 2,195 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,347 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 10 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Silvarpatty are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,630 | 3,378 | 3,252 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 711 | 378 | 333 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,347 | 708 | 639 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 4,435 | 2,544 | 1,891 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,195 | 834 | 1,361 |
Nearby Villages of Silvarpatty
Silvarpatty 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) |
|---|---|---|
| D.vadipatty | North-East | 2.05 km |
| Kamatchipuram | West | 2.43 km |
| Jeyamangalam Bit -1 | South-East | 3.11 km |
| Endapuli | West | 4.89 km |
| Gullapuram | South-East | 6.52 km |
| Pudukottai | North-West | 7.23 km |
| Periyakulam | West | 7.31 km |
| Keelavadagarai | North-West | 8.88 km |
| Viralipatti | East | 10.86 km |
| Kovilpatti | South | 11.13 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Silvarpatty
Public transport in the Silvarpatty is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kodaikanal Road, while the nearest airport is Coimbatore International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 89.3 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 Theni Allinagaram to Silvarpatty is about 20 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 Silvarpatty
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Silvarpatty village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Silvarpatty
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Silvarpatty 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 Silvarpatty
Where is Silvarpatty located?
Silvarpatty village is located in Periyakulam Taluka, Theni district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Silvarpatty?
The Gram Panchayat of Silvarpatty is Silvarpatti.
What is the pincode of Silvarpatty?
The pincode of Silvarpatty is 625602.
What is the population of Silvarpatty?
Silvarpatty has a total population of 6,630, including 3,378 males and 3,252 females.
How many households are there in Silvarpatty?
There are 1,784 households in Silvarpatty.
What is the literacy rate in Silvarpatty?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Silvarpatty is 66.89%. Male literacy is 75.31% and female literacy is 58.15%.