Ottainatham - Ottapidaram, Thoothukkudi
Ottainatham is a village situated in the Ottapidaram taluka of Thoothukkudi district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ottapidaram and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Thoothukkudi. Ottanatham serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ottainatham village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ottainatham is 642430. The village covers a total geographical area of 1326.29 hectares and falls under the 628302 pincode. Kadambur is the nearest town.
Ottainatham village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ottapidaram Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Thoothukkudi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ottainatham
According to the 2011 Census, Ottainatham village had a total population of 2,126 people, including 1,025 males and 1,101 females, living in 629 households. The sex ratio was 1,074 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.79%, with male literacy at 96.46% and female literacy at 85.62%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 914.
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 | 2,126 | 1,025 | 1,101 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 171 | 92 | 79 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 914 | 453 | 461 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,775 | 900 | 875 |
| Illiterate Population | 351 | 125 | 226 |
Nearby Villages of Ottainatham
Ottainatham 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Parivallikkottai | North-West | 2.65 km |
| Kollankinaru | South-West | 3.51 km |
| Sangampatti | North-East | 3.72 km |
| Muramban | East | 3.82 km |
| Maniyachi | South | 4.02 km |
| Malaipatti | North | 4.89 km |
| Paraikuttam | South | 5.52 km |
| Ilavelangal | North-West | 5.89 km |
| Venkateswarapuram | North-East | 6.49 km |
| Sillangulam | North-East | 6.55 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ottainatham
Ottainatham is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Vanchimaniyachi, while the nearest airport is Tuticorin Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 18.1 km.
| 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 Ottainatham 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 Ottainatham
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ottainatham village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ottainatham
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ottainatham village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Ottainatham
Where is Ottainatham located?
Ottainatham village is located in Ottapidaram Taluka, Thoothukkudi district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ottainatham?
The Gram Panchayat of Ottainatham is Ottanatham.
What is the pincode of Ottainatham?
The pincode of Ottainatham is 628302.
What is the population of Ottainatham?
Ottainatham had a total population of 2,126, including 1,025 males and 1,101 females.
How many households are there in Ottainatham?
Ottainatham had 629 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ottainatham?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ottainatham was 90.79%. Male literacy was 96.46% and female literacy was 85.62%.