Puthanatham - Manapparai, Tiruchirappalli
Puthanatham is a village situated in the Manapparai taluka of Tiruchirappalli district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Manapparai and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Tiruchirappalli. Puthanatham village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Puthanatham is 636093. The village covers a total geographical area of 1371.46 hectares and falls under the 621305 pincode. Manapparai is the nearest town.
Puthanatham village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Puthanatham
As per Census 2011, Puthanatham village has a total population of 11,032 people, consisting of 5,629 males and 5,403 females. The village has 2,374 households and a sex ratio of 959 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,282 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 7,808 literate and 3,224 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,074 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Puthanatham are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 11,032 | 5,629 | 5,403 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,282 | 683 | 599 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,074 | 526 | 548 |
| Literate Population | 7,808 | 4,404 | 3,404 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,224 | 1,225 | 1,999 |
Nearby Villages of Puthanatham
Puthanatham 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Karuppur | West | 4.14 km |
| Ammachtram | South-West | 4.53 km |
| Thirunellipatti | East | 4.78 km |
| Karuppur Reddiapatti Rf | North-West | 5.59 km |
| Kumarikatti Hills Rf | West | 6.19 km |
| Endapuli | South-West | 6.46 km |
| Kannivadugampatti | North-East | 6.55 km |
| Marungapuri | South-East | 6.79 km |
| Muthalvarpatti | East | 7.17 km |
| Kanjannaickanpatti | South-West | 8.60 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Puthanatham
Puthanatham is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Valyampatti, while the nearest airport is Tiruchirapally Civil Airport Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.3 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 Tiruchirappalli to Puthanatham is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Puthanatham
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Puthanatham 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 Puthanatham
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Puthanatham 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Puthanatham
Where is Puthanatham located?
Puthanatham village is located in Manapparai Taluka, Tiruchirappalli district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Puthanatham?
Puthanatham is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Puthanatham?
The pincode of Puthanatham is 621305.
What is the population of Puthanatham?
Puthanatham has a total population of 11,032, including 5,629 males and 5,403 females.
How many households are there in Puthanatham?
There are 2,374 households in Puthanatham.
What is the literacy rate in Puthanatham?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Puthanatham is 70.78%. Male literacy is 78.24% and female literacy is 63.00%.