Passuvandanai - Ottapidaram, Thoothukkudi
Passuvandanai is a village situated in the Ottapidaram taluka of Thoothukkudi district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ottapidaram and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Thoothukkudi. Nagampatti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Passuvandanai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Passuvandanai is 642389. The village covers a total geographical area of 1329.33 hectares and falls under the 628718 pincode. Ottapidaram is the nearest town.
Passuvandanai 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 Passuvandanai
As per Census 2011, Passuvandanai village has a total population of 4,186 people, consisting of 2,014 males and 2,172 females. The village has 1,212 households and a sex ratio of 1,078 females per 1,000 males. There are 467 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,721 literate and 1,465 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,139 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 12 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Passuvandanai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,186 | 2,014 | 2,172 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 467 | 243 | 224 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,139 | 559 | 580 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 2,721 | 1,465 | 1,256 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,465 | 549 | 916 |
Nearby Villages of Passuvandanai
Passuvandanai 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nagampatti | West | 2.76 km |
| Muthuramalingapuram | North-East | 3.25 km |
| P.duraiswamipuram | South-East | 3.40 km |
| Theethampatti | North-West | 3.71 km |
| Tottampatti | North | 3.93 km |
| Minakshipuram | East | 3.97 km |
| Podupatti | North | 4.69 km |
| Keela Mangalam | South | 4.79 km |
| Govindampatti | North-West | 5.38 km |
| Kudiraikulam | South-West | 5.40 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Passuvandanai
Passuvandanai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kadambur, while the nearest airport is Tuticorin Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 23.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Passuvandanai 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 Passuvandanai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Passuvandanai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Passuvandanai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Passuvandanai 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 1-2 km |
FAQs about Passuvandanai
Where is Passuvandanai located?
Passuvandanai village is located in Ottapidaram Taluka, Thoothukkudi district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Passuvandanai?
The Gram Panchayat of Passuvandanai is Nagampatti.
What is the pincode of Passuvandanai?
The pincode of Passuvandanai is 628718.
What is the population of Passuvandanai?
Passuvandanai has a total population of 4,186, including 2,014 males and 2,172 females.
How many households are there in Passuvandanai?
There are 1,212 households in Passuvandanai.
What is the literacy rate in Passuvandanai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Passuvandanai is 65.00%. Male literacy is 72.74% and female literacy is 57.83%.