Lingampatti - Kovilpatti, Thoothukkudi
Lingampatti is a village situated in the Kovilpatti taluka of Thoothukkudi district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kovilpatti and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Thoothukkudi. Kulasekarapuram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lingampatti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lingampatti is 642173. The village covers a total geographical area of 1063.17 hectares and falls under the 628502 pincode. Kovilpatti is the nearest town.
Lingampatti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kovilpatti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Thoothukkudi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lingampatti
As per Census 2011, Lingampatti village has a total population of 3,390 people, consisting of 1,659 males and 1,731 females. The village has 972 households and a sex ratio of 1,043 females per 1,000 males. There are 314 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,077 literate and 1,313 illiterate residents. Additionally, 643 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lingampatti are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,390 | 1,659 | 1,731 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 314 | 170 | 144 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 643 | 317 | 326 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 2,077 | 1,130 | 947 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,313 | 529 | 784 |
Nearby Villages of Lingampatti
Lingampatti 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 Lingampatti
Lingampatti is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Lingampatti.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Thoothukkudi to Lingampatti is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lingampatti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lingampatti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Lingampatti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lingampatti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Lingampatti
Where is Lingampatti located?
Lingampatti village is located in Kovilpatti Taluka, Thoothukkudi district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lingampatti?
The Gram Panchayat of Lingampatti is Kulasekarapuram.
What is the pincode of Lingampatti?
The pincode of Lingampatti is 628502.
What is the population of Lingampatti?
Lingampatti has a total population of 3,390, including 1,659 males and 1,731 females.
How many households are there in Lingampatti?
There are 972 households in Lingampatti.
What is the literacy rate in Lingampatti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lingampatti is 61.27%. Male literacy is 68.11% and female literacy is 54.71%.