Palayakottai - Manapparai, Tiruchirappalli
Palayakottai is a village situated in the Manapparai taluka of Tiruchirappalli district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Manapparai and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Tiruchirappalli. Palayakottai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palayakottai is 636067. The village covers a total geographical area of 1950.22 hectares and falls under the 621302 pincode. Manapparai is the nearest town.
Palayakottai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manapparai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Karur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Palayakottai
According to the 2011 Census, Palayakottai village had a total population of 6,932 people, including 3,410 males and 3,522 females, living in 1,626 households. The sex ratio was 1,033 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.97%, with male literacy at 84.11% and female literacy at 64.32%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,055.
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 | 6,932 | 3,410 | 3,522 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 744 | 395 | 349 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,055 | 495 | 560 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 4,577 | 2,536 | 2,041 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,355 | 874 | 1,481 |
Nearby Villages of Palayakottai
Palayakottai 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mookureddiapatti | South-West | 4.37 km |
| Chettiapatti | South-East | 4.75 km |
| Vaiyampatti | South | 5.01 km |
| Malayadipatti | East | 5.05 km |
| Vengaikurichi | East | 5.11 km |
| Sekkanam | South-West | 5.18 km |
| Amayapuram | North-East | 5.29 km |
| V.periapatti | North | 5.34 km |
| Ayanreddiapatti | South | 6.45 km |
| Amayapuram Rf | North-East | 6.59 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Palayakottai
Palayakottai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Chettiyapatti, while the nearest airport is Tiruchirapally Civil Airport Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 34.9 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 Tiruchirappalli to Palayakottai is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palayakottai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palayakottai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Palayakottai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palayakottai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Palayakottai
Where is Palayakottai located?
Palayakottai village is located in Manapparai Taluka, Tiruchirappalli district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Palayakottai?
Palayakottai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Palayakottai?
The pincode of Palayakottai is 621302.
What is the population of Palayakottai?
Palayakottai had a total population of 6,932, including 3,410 males and 3,522 females.
How many households are there in Palayakottai?
Palayakottai had 1,626 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palayakottai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palayakottai was 73.97%. Male literacy was 84.11% and female literacy was 64.32%.