Molarapatti - Dharapuram, Tiruppur
Molarapatti is a village situated in the Dharapuram taluka of Tiruppur district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dharapuram and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Tiruppur. Molarapatti village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Molarapatti is 644679. The village covers a total geographical area of 868.56 hectares and falls under the 638657 pincode. Chinnakampalayam is the nearest town.
Molarapatti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dharapuram Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Erode Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Molarapatti
According to the 2011 Census, Molarapatti village had a total population of 979 people, including 498 males and 481 females, living in 323 households. The sex ratio was 966 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.46%, with male literacy at 79.36% and female literacy at 55.01%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 193.
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 | 979 | 498 | 481 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 28 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 193 | 91 | 102 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 620 | 373 | 247 |
| Illiterate Population | 359 | 125 | 234 |
Nearby Villages of Molarapatti
Molarapatti 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Marudur | West | 2.72 km |
| Bellampatti | North-West | 3.58 km |
| Gathelrev | East | 4.06 km |
| Velayudhampalayam | North-East | 4.25 km |
| Navanari | West | 6.12 km |
| Chinnaputhur | South-East | 6.29 km |
| Ponnapuram | South | 7.45 km |
| Munduvelampatti | South-West | 7.85 km |
| Periyakumarapalayam | West | 8.91 km |
| Thoppampatti | East | 9.51 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Molarapatti
Public transport in the Molarapatti is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Palani, while the nearest airport is Coimbatore International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 36.4 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 Tiruppur to Molarapatti is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Molarapatti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Molarapatti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Molarapatti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Molarapatti 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Molarapatti
Where is Molarapatti located?
Molarapatti village is located in Dharapuram Taluka, Tiruppur district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Molarapatti?
Molarapatti is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Molarapatti?
The pincode of Molarapatti is 638657.
What is the population of Molarapatti?
Molarapatti had a total population of 979, including 498 males and 481 females.
How many households are there in Molarapatti?
Molarapatti had 323 households.
What is the literacy rate in Molarapatti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Molarapatti was 67.46%. Male literacy was 79.36% and female literacy was 55.01%.