Ammapettai - Srirangam, Tiruchirappalli
Ammapettai is a village situated in the Srirangam taluka of Tiruchirappalli district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Srirangam and around 17 km from the district headquarters in Tiruchirappalli. Ammapettai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ammapettai is 636000. The village covers a total geographical area of 480.36 hectares and falls under the 620009 pincode. Tiruchirappalli is the nearest town.
Ammapettai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Srirangam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tiruchirappalli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ammapettai
As per Census 2011, Ammapettai village has a total population of 2,878 people, consisting of 1,418 males and 1,460 females. The village has 738 households and a sex ratio of 1,029 females per 1,000 males. There are 300 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,972 literate and 906 illiterate residents. Additionally, 461 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ammapettai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,878 | 1,418 | 1,460 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 300 | 159 | 141 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 461 | 220 | 241 |
| Literate Population | 1,972 | 1,089 | 883 |
| Illiterate Population | 906 | 329 | 577 |
Nearby Villages of Ammapettai
Ammapettai 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Puluderi | West | 2.04 km |
| Mathur | South-East | 2.14 km |
| Periyanayakichatram | North-East | 2.33 km |
| Ariyavoor | North | 3.48 km |
| Komangalam | South | 3.75 km |
| Paganur | East | 3.89 km |
| R.t.malai | North-West | 4.32 km |
| Navalurkottapattu | North-East | 4.87 km |
| Alundur | South-East | 5.62 km |
| Vittampatti | South | 5.95 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ammapettai
Ammapettai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kolatur, while the nearest airport is Tiruchirapally Civil Airport Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 12.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Tiruchirappalli to Ammapettai is about 17 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ammapettai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ammapettai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ammapettai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ammapettai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Ammapettai
Where is Ammapettai located?
Ammapettai village is located in Srirangam Taluka, Tiruchirappalli district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ammapettai?
Ammapettai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ammapettai?
The pincode of Ammapettai is 620009.
What is the population of Ammapettai?
Ammapettai has a total population of 2,878, including 1,418 males and 1,460 females.
How many households are there in Ammapettai?
There are 738 households in Ammapettai.
What is the literacy rate in Ammapettai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ammapettai is 68.52%. Male literacy is 76.80% and female literacy is 60.48%.