Podupatti - Ettayapuram, Thoothukkudi
Podupatti is a village situated in the Ettayapuram taluka of Thoothukkudi district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ettayapuram and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Thoothukkudi. Podupatti village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Podupatti is 642295. The village covers a total geographical area of 502.33 hectares and falls under the 628908 pincode. Ettayapuram is the nearest town.
Podupatti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vilathikulam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Thoothukkudi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Podupatti
According to the 2011 Census, Podupatti village had a total population of 181 people, including 76 males and 105 females, living in 73 households. The sex ratio was 1,382 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.34%, with male literacy at 78.38% and female literacy at 55.88%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 17.
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 | 181 | 76 | 105 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 115 | 58 | 57 |
| Illiterate Population | 66 | 18 | 48 |
Nearby Villages of Podupatti
Podupatti 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tottampatti | South-West | 1.58 km |
| Pungavarnatham | East | 2.10 km |
| Athikinar | North | 2.63 km |
| Muthuramalingapuram | South-East | 3.11 km |
| Achangulam | West | 3.64 km |
| Theethampatti | South-West | 4.00 km |
| T.shanmugapuram | North | 4.58 km |
| Govindampatti | West | 4.59 km |
| Passuvandanai | South | 4.69 km |
| Minakshipuram | South-East | 5.09 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Podupatti
Podupatti is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kadambur, while the nearest airport is Tuticorin Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 26.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Thoothukkudi to Podupatti is about 40 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 Podupatti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Podupatti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Podupatti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Podupatti 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 Podupatti
Where is Podupatti located?
Podupatti village is located in Ettayapuram Taluka, Thoothukkudi district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Podupatti?
Podupatti is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Podupatti?
The pincode of Podupatti is 628908.
What is the population of Podupatti?
Podupatti had a total population of 181, including 76 males and 105 females.
How many households are there in Podupatti?
Podupatti had 73 households.
What is the literacy rate in Podupatti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Podupatti was 65.34%. Male literacy was 78.38% and female literacy was 55.88%.